What are the main factors that influence an Unit 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 Unit Manager?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Unit Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change An Unit Manager's salary?

An Unit Manager's salary grows with experience: an Assistant Branch Manager I (0-3 years)earns $54,001, an Assistant Branch Manager II (3-5 years)earns $66,944, a Unit Manager (5+ years)earns $78,616, a Regional Retail Banking President (5+ years)earns $229,710, a VP of Branch Administration (5+ years)earns $283,831,

What are the highest paying states for an Unit Manager?

Unit Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Unit Manager roles are District of Columbia $86,500, California $86,172, Massachusetts $85,024. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Unit Manager roles make?

Salaries for Unit Manager level roles vary by specialization: Correctional Unit Manager: $164,483; Business Unit Manager: $150,458; Rn Unit Manager: $136,374; Nurse Unit Manager: $135,142; Unit Sales Manager: $128,165.

Unit Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Unit Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Unit Manager in Delaware is $79,117 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,129
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,688 to $85,928
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,014

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Unit Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,928	$7,161	$1,652	$41
Average	$79,117	$6,593	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$70,688	$5,891	$1,359	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Unit Manager Salaries

An Unit 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 Unit Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Unit 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): $54,001
Early Career (1-2 years): $66,944
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,616
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $229,710
Expert (over 8 years): $283,831

Levels	Salary
Assistant... Level Unit Manager	$54,001
Assistant... Level Unit Manager	$66,944
Unit Mana... Level Unit Manager	$78,616
Regional ... Level Unit Manager	$229,710
VP of Bra... Level Unit Manager	$283,831

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

District of Columbia: $86,500.
California: $86,172.
Massachusetts: $85,024.

District of Columbia $86,500 California $86,172 Massachusetts $85,024 Washington $84,711 New Jersey $84,680 Alaska $84,570 Connecticut $83,492 New York $83,055

Hawaii $81,656 Rhode Island $81,000 Maryland $80,555 Minnesota $79,945 Colorado $79,711 Illinois $79,633 Oregon $79,336 Delaware $79,117

New Hampshire $78,980 Virginia $78,672 Pennsylvania $77,774 Nevada $77,320 North Dakota $77,172 Michigan $76,938 Wisconsin $76,852 Vermont $76,680

Texas $76,203 Maine $76,172 Arizona $76,125 Ohio $76,070 Georgia $75,352 Indiana $74,992 Wyoming $74,922 Utah $74,813

Iowa $74,766 Kansas $74,391 Louisiana $74,281 North Carolina $74,242 Missouri $74,227 Florida $73,922 Montana $73,758 Nebraska $73,602

Kentucky $73,516 South Carolina $73,203 Tennessee $73,008 Idaho $72,930 New Mexico $72,359 Oklahoma $72,234 Alabama $71,774 South Dakota $71,000

Arkansas $70,578 West Virginia $70,352 Mississippi $69,672

Top Paying Cities for Unit 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: $78,761
Little Creek: $79,338
Magnolia: $79,224

Lincoln, DE $78,761 Little Creek, DE $79,338 Magnolia, DE $79,224 Milford, DE $78,961 Marydel, DE $79,091 Millsboro, DE $78,431 Millville, DE $78,552 Milton, DE $78,688

Nassau, DE $78,745 Ocean View, DE $78,538 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,689 Seaford, DE $78,734 Selbyville, DE $78,408 Smyrna, DE $79,392 Viola, DE $79,027 Woodside, DE $79,239

Bear, DE $79,056 Newark, DE $79,027 Claymont, DE $79,188 Delaware City, DE $79,106 Hockessin, DE $79,020 Kirkwood, DE $79,091 Middletown, DE $79,121 Montchanin, DE $79,038

New Castle, DE $79,049 Odessa, DE $79,160 Port Penn, DE $79,213 Rockland, DE $79,045 Saint Georges, DE $79,096 Townsend, DE $79,218 Winterthur, DE $79,055 Lewes, DE $78,718

Wilmington, DE $79,024 Dover, DE $79,338 Dover Afb, DE $78,920 Bethany Beach, DE $78,456 Bethel, DE $78,537 Bridgeville, DE $78,722 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,114 Cheswold, DE $79,312

Clayton, DE $79,314 Dagsboro, DE $78,401 Delmar, DE $78,275 Ellendale, DE $78,513 Felton, DE $78,955 Fenwick Island, DE $78,418 Frankford, DE $78,281 Frederica, DE $79,033

Georgetown, DE $78,371 Greenwood, DE $78,734 Harbeson, DE $78,455 Harrington, DE $78,855 Hartly, DE $79,100 Houston, DE $78,742 Kenton, DE $79,318 Laurel, DE $78,324

Yorklyn, DE $79,043

Unit Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Unit Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Unit Manager positions in Business Services or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Unit Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Unit Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$102,852	$49.0	30%

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

Understanding how an Unit 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

$70,688

Average $79,117/year

$85,928

$5,891

Average $6,593/month

$7,161

$1,359

Average $1,521/week

$1,652

$34

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,928	$7,161	$1,652	$41
Average	$79,117	$6,593	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$70,688	$5,891	$1,359	$34

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