What are the main factors that influence a Workforce Development Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Workforce Development Manager's salary?

A Workforce Development Manager's salary grows with experience: a Workforce Analyst II (4-7 years)earns $94,223, a Workforce Analyst III (7+ years)earns $109,022, a Workforce Development Manager (7+ years)earns $112,644, a Workforce Analytics Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $176,530, a Workforce Analytics Director (7+ years)earns $212,162,

What are the highest paying states for a Workforce Development Manager?

Workforce Development Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Workforce Development Manager roles are District of Columbia $124,229, California $123,758, Massachusetts $122,108. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Workforce Development Manager roles make?

Salaries for Workforce Development Manager level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Workforce Development: $219,340; Workforce Development Director: $210,551; Workforce Manager: $117,406; Traffic Workforce Manager: $116,683; Workforce Management Manager: $115,633.

Workforce Development Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Workforce Development Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Workforce Development Manager in Delaware is $113,626 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,143
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,389 to $126,982
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,889

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Workforce Development Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,982	$10,582	$2,442	$61
Average	$113,626	$9,469	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$105,389	$8,782	$2,027	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Workforce Development Manager Salaries

A Workforce Development 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 Workforce Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Workforce Development 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): $94,223
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,022
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,644
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $176,530
Expert (over 8 years): $212,162

Levels	Salary
Workforce... Level Workforce Development Manager	$94,223
Workforce... Level Workforce Development Manager	$109,022
Workforce... Level Workforce Development Manager	$112,644
Workforce... Level Workforce Development Manager	$176,530
Workforce... Level Workforce Development Manager	$212,162

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

District of Columbia: $124,229.
California: $123,758.
Massachusetts: $122,108.

District of Columbia $124,229 California $123,758 Massachusetts $122,108 Washington $121,660 New Jersey $121,615 Alaska $121,458 Connecticut $119,909 New York $119,281

Hawaii $117,272 Rhode Island $116,330 Maryland $115,690 Minnesota $114,815 Colorado $114,479 Illinois $114,366 Oregon $113,940 Delaware $113,626

New Hampshire $113,428 Virginia $112,986 Pennsylvania $111,696 Nevada $111,045 North Dakota $110,832 Michigan $110,496 Wisconsin $110,372 Vermont $110,125

Texas $109,441 Maine $109,396 Arizona $109,329 Ohio $109,250 Georgia $108,218 Indiana $107,702 Wyoming $107,601 Utah $107,444

Iowa $107,376 Kansas $106,838 Louisiana $106,681 North Carolina $106,625 Missouri $106,602 Florida $106,165 Montana $105,929 Nebraska $105,705

Kentucky $105,581 South Carolina $105,132 Tennessee $104,852 Idaho $104,740 New Mexico $103,921 Oklahoma $103,741 Alabama $103,079 South Dakota $101,968

Arkansas $101,362 West Virginia $101,037 Mississippi $100,061

Top Paying Cities for Workforce Development 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: $113,114
Little Creek: $113,942
Magnolia: $113,779

Lincoln, DE $113,114 Little Creek, DE $113,942 Magnolia, DE $113,779 Milford, DE $113,402 Marydel, DE $113,588 Millsboro, DE $112,640 Millville, DE $112,814 Milton, DE $113,009

Nassau, DE $113,091 Ocean View, DE $112,795 Rehoboth Beach, DE $113,011 Seaford, DE $113,075 Selbyville, DE $112,607 Smyrna, DE $114,021 Viola, DE $113,496 Woodside, DE $113,801

Bear, DE $113,538 Newark, DE $113,496 Claymont, DE $113,728 Delaware City, DE $113,609 Hockessin, DE $113,486 Kirkwood, DE $113,588 Middletown, DE $113,632 Montchanin, DE $113,512

New Castle, DE $113,528 Odessa, DE $113,688 Port Penn, DE $113,764 Rockland, DE $113,523 Saint Georges, DE $113,596 Townsend, DE $113,771 Winterthur, DE $113,536 Lewes, DE $113,053

Wilmington, DE $113,491 Dover, DE $113,942 Dover Afb, DE $113,342 Bethany Beach, DE $112,676 Bethel, DE $112,792 Bridgeville, DE $113,058 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,621 Cheswold, DE $113,905

Clayton, DE $113,909 Dagsboro, DE $112,597 Delmar, DE $112,416 Ellendale, DE $112,758 Felton, DE $113,393 Fenwick Island, DE $112,622 Frankford, DE $112,425 Frederica, DE $113,505

Georgetown, DE $112,554 Greenwood, DE $113,076 Harbeson, DE $112,674 Harrington, DE $113,249 Hartly, DE $113,601 Houston, DE $113,087 Kenton, DE $113,914 Laurel, DE $112,487

Yorklyn, DE $113,519

Workforce Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Workforce Development 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 May 01, 2026

$105,389

Average $113,626/year

$126,982

$8,782

Average $9,469/month

$10,582

$2,027

Average $2,185/week

$2,442

$51

Average $55/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,982	$10,582	$2,442	$61
Average	$113,626	$9,469	$2,185	$55
25th Percentile	$105,389	$8,782	$2,027	$51

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