What are the main factors that influence a Shop 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 Shop Manager?

The Media industry offers the highest average compensation for Shop Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Shop Manager's salary?

A Shop Manager's salary grows with experience: a Retail Store Department Manager (0-3 years)earns $49,169, a Retail Store Manager Assistant (3-5 years)earns $54,720, a Shop Manager (5+ years)earns $79,606,

What are the highest paying states for a Shop Manager?

Shop Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Shop Manager roles are District of Columbia $87,911, California $87,578, Massachusetts $86,411. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Shop Manager roles make?

Salaries for Shop Manager level roles vary by specialization: Mechanic Shop Manager: $161,989; Pawn Shop Manager: $112,480; Automotive Shop Manager: $104,092; Coffee Shop Manager: $85,690; Tattoo Shop Manager: $80,081.

Shop Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Shop Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Shop Manager in Delaware is $80,408 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,248
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,285 to $91,316
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,158

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Shop Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,316	$7,610	$1,756	$44
Average	$80,408	$6,701	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$69,285	$5,774	$1,332	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Shop Manager Salaries

A Shop 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 Do Shop 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 Shop Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,911.
California: $87,578.
Massachusetts: $86,411.

District of Columbia $87,911 California $87,578 Massachusetts $86,411 Washington $86,093 New Jersey $86,061 Alaska $85,950 Connecticut $84,854 New York $84,410

Hawaii $82,988 Rhode Island $82,322 Maryland $81,869 Minnesota $81,250 Colorado $81,011 Illinois $80,932 Oregon $80,630 Delaware $80,408

New Hampshire $80,268 Virginia $79,955 Pennsylvania $79,042 Nevada $78,582 North Dakota $78,431 Michigan $78,193 Wisconsin $78,105 Vermont $77,931

Texas $77,446 Maine $77,415 Arizona $77,367 Ohio $77,311 Georgia $76,581 Indiana $76,216 Wyoming $76,144 Utah $76,033

Iowa $75,985 Kansas $75,604 Louisiana $75,493 North Carolina $75,453 Missouri $75,438 Florida $75,128 Montana $74,961 Nebraska $74,802

Kentucky $74,715 South Carolina $74,397 Tennessee $74,199 Idaho $74,120 New Mexico $73,540 Oklahoma $73,413 Alabama $72,944 South Dakota $72,158

Arkansas $71,730 West Virginia $71,499 Mississippi $70,809

Top Paying Cities for Shop 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: $80,046
Little Creek: $80,632
Magnolia: $80,516

Lincoln, DE $80,046 Little Creek, DE $80,632 Magnolia, DE $80,516 Milford, DE $80,249 Marydel, DE $80,381 Millsboro, DE $79,710 Millville, DE $79,833 Milton, DE $79,971

Nassau, DE $80,029 Ocean View, DE $79,820 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,973 Seaford, DE $80,018 Selbyville, DE $79,687 Smyrna, DE $80,687 Viola, DE $80,316 Woodside, DE $80,532

Bear, DE $80,346 Newark, DE $80,316 Claymont, DE $80,480 Delaware City, DE $80,396 Hockessin, DE $80,309 Kirkwood, DE $80,381 Middletown, DE $80,412 Montchanin, DE $80,327

New Castle, DE $80,339 Odessa, DE $80,452 Port Penn, DE $80,506 Rockland, DE $80,335 Saint Georges, DE $80,387 Townsend, DE $80,510 Winterthur, DE $80,344 Lewes, DE $80,002

Wilmington, DE $80,313 Dover, DE $80,632 Dover Afb, DE $80,207 Bethany Beach, DE $79,735 Bethel, DE $79,818 Bridgeville, DE $80,006 Camden Wyoming, DE $80,405 Cheswold, DE $80,606

Clayton, DE $80,608 Dagsboro, DE $79,680 Delmar, DE $79,552 Ellendale, DE $79,793 Felton, DE $80,243 Fenwick Island, DE $79,697 Frankford, DE $79,558 Frederica, DE $80,322

Georgetown, DE $79,650 Greenwood, DE $80,019 Harbeson, DE $79,735 Harrington, DE $80,141 Hartly, DE $80,391 Houston, DE $80,027 Kenton, DE $80,612 Laurel, DE $79,602

Yorklyn, DE $80,333

Shop Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Shop Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Media, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Shop Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Shop Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Shop Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Media	$88,449	$43.0	10%
Retail & Wholesale	$84,428	$41.0	5%

Shop Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Shop 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$69,285

Average $80,408/year

$91,316

$5,774

Average $6,701/month

$7,610

$1,332

Average $1,546/week

$1,756

$33

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$91,316	$7,610	$1,756	$44
Average	$80,408	$6,701	$1,546	$39
25th Percentile	$69,285	$5,774	$1,332	$33

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