What are the main factors that influence a Research Project Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Research Project Manager?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Research Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Research Project Manager's salary?

A Research Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Project Manager I (0-2 years)earns $76,765, a Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $95,948, a Research Project Manager (4-7 years)earns $117,431, a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $132,275, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $155,994,

What are the highest paying states for a Research Project Manager?

Research Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Research Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $129,224, California $128,733, Massachusetts $127,018. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Research Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Research Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Project Manager, Research & Development: $148,722; Clinical Research Project Management Manager, Sr.: $146,924; Research and Development Manager: $145,224; Clinical Research Project Manager V: $141,634; Clinical Research Project Management Manager: $121,645.

Research Project Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Research Project Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Research Project Manager in Delaware is $118,194 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

However, a Research Project Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,041
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,176 to $128,583
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,324

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Research Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,583	$10,715	$2,473	$62
Average	$118,194	$9,850	$2,273	$57
25th Percentile	$105,176	$8,765	$2,023	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Research Project Manager Salaries

A Research Project Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Research Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Research Project Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $76,765
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,948
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,431
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,275
Expert (over 8 years): $155,994

Levels	Salary
Project M... Level Research Project Manager	$76,765
Project M... Level Research Project Manager	$95,948
Research ... Level Research Project Manager	$117,431
Project M... Level Research Project Manager	$132,275
Project M... Level Research Project Manager	$155,994

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How Do Research Project Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Research Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $129,224.
California: $128,733.
Massachusetts: $127,018.

District of Columbia $129,224 California $128,733 Massachusetts $127,018 Washington $126,551 New Jersey $126,504 Alaska $126,341 Connecticut $124,730 New York $124,077

Hawaii $121,987 Rhode Island $121,007 Maryland $120,342 Minnesota $119,431 Colorado $119,081 Illinois $118,965 Oregon $118,521 Delaware $118,194

New Hampshire $117,989 Virginia $117,529 Pennsylvania $116,187 Nevada $115,510 North Dakota $115,288 Michigan $114,938 Wisconsin $114,810 Vermont $114,553

Texas $113,841 Maine $113,794 Arizona $113,724 Ohio $113,642 Georgia $112,569 Indiana $112,032 Wyoming $111,927 Utah $111,763

Iowa $111,693 Kansas $111,133 Louisiana $110,970 North Carolina $110,911 Missouri $110,888 Florida $110,433 Montana $110,188 Nebraska $109,954

Kentucky $109,826 South Carolina $109,359 Tennessee $109,067 Idaho $108,951 New Mexico $108,099 Oklahoma $107,912 Alabama $107,223 South Dakota $106,068

Arkansas $105,438 West Virginia $105,099 Mississippi $104,084

Top Paying Cities for Research Project Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $117,662
Little Creek: $118,523
Magnolia: $118,353

Lincoln, DE $117,662 Little Creek, DE $118,523 Magnolia, DE $118,353 Milford, DE $117,961 Marydel, DE $118,155 Millsboro, DE $117,168 Millville, DE $117,349 Milton, DE $117,552

Nassau, DE $117,638 Ocean View, DE $117,329 Rehoboth Beach, DE $117,555 Seaford, DE $117,621 Selbyville, DE $117,134 Smyrna, DE $118,605 Viola, DE $118,059 Woodside, DE $118,376

Bear, DE $118,103 Newark, DE $118,059 Claymont, DE $118,300 Delaware City, DE $118,177 Hockessin, DE $118,048 Kirkwood, DE $118,155 Middletown, DE $118,200 Montchanin, DE $118,075

New Castle, DE $118,093 Odessa, DE $118,258 Port Penn, DE $118,338 Rockland, DE $118,087 Saint Georges, DE $118,163 Townsend, DE $118,345 Winterthur, DE $118,101 Lewes, DE $117,598

Wilmington, DE $118,054 Dover, DE $118,523 Dover Afb, DE $117,899 Bethany Beach, DE $117,206 Bethel, DE $117,327 Bridgeville, DE $117,604 Camden Wyoming, DE $118,190 Cheswold, DE $118,485

Clayton, DE $118,488 Dagsboro, DE $117,124 Delmar, DE $116,936 Ellendale, DE $117,291 Felton, DE $117,951 Fenwick Island, DE $117,150 Frankford, DE $116,945 Frederica, DE $118,068

Georgetown, DE $117,080 Greenwood, DE $117,622 Harbeson, DE $117,205 Harrington, DE $117,802 Hartly, DE $118,169 Houston, DE $117,634 Kenton, DE $118,494 Laurel, DE $117,010

Yorklyn, DE $118,083

Research Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Research Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Research Project Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Research Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Research Project Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$141,833	$68.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$141,833	$68.0	20%
Financial Services	$135,923	$65.0	15%
Software & Networking	$135,923	$65.0	15%
Biotechnology	$130,014	$63.0	10%

Research Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Research Project Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$105,176

Average $118,194/year

$128,583

$8,765

Average $9,850/month

$10,715

$2,023

Average $2,273/week

$2,473

$51

Average $57/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,583	$10,715	$2,473	$62
Average	$118,194	$9,850	$2,273	$57
25th Percentile	$105,176	$8,765	$2,023	$51

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