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

A Distribution Manager's salary grows with experience: a Distribution Manager (0-5 years)earns $90,550, a Distribution Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $131,646, a Distribution Director (5+ years)earns $185,784, a VP of Distribution (5+ years)earns $214,352,

What are the highest paying states for a Distribution Manager?

Distribution Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Distribution Manager roles are District of Columbia $98,776, California $98,401, Massachusetts $97,089. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Distribution Manager roles make?

Salaries for Distribution Manager level roles vary by specialization: Distribution Senior Manager: $129,700; Distribution Sales Manager: $129,167; Manager of Distribution: $112,058; Distribution Center Manager: $97,695; Associate Manager, Distribution: $91,009.

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Distribution Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Distribution Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Distribution Manager in Delaware is $90,550 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,874
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,069 to $102,759
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,527

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Distribution Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,759	$8,563	$1,976	$49
Average	$90,550	$7,546	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$80,069	$6,672	$1,540	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Manager Salaries

A Distribution 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 Distribution Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution 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:

Distribution Manager (0-5 years): $90,550
Distribution Senior Manager (5+ years): $131,646
Distribution Director (5+ years): $185,784
VP of Distribution (5+ years): $214,352

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Distribution Manager	0-5 years	$90,550
Distribution Senior Manager	5+ years	$131,646
Distribution Director	5+ years	$185,784
VP of Distribution	5+ years	$214,352

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

District of Columbia: $98,776.
California: $98,401.
Massachusetts: $97,089.

District of Columbia $98,776 California $98,401 Massachusetts $97,089 Washington $96,733 New Jersey $96,697 Alaska $96,572 Connecticut $95,341 New York $94,841

Hawaii $93,244 Rhode Island $92,495 Maryland $91,986 Minnesota $91,291 Colorado $91,023 Illinois $90,934 Oregon $90,595 Delaware $90,345

New Hampshire $90,188 Virginia $89,836 Pennsylvania $88,811 Nevada $88,293 North Dakota $88,124 Michigan $87,856 Wisconsin $87,758 Vermont $87,562

Texas $87,017 Maine $86,982 Arizona $86,928 Ohio $86,866 Georgia $86,045 Indiana $85,635 Wyoming $85,554 Utah $85,429

Iowa $85,376 Kansas $84,948 Louisiana $84,823 North Carolina $84,778 Missouri $84,760 Florida $84,412 Montana $84,225 Nebraska $84,047

Kentucky $83,948 South Carolina $83,592 Tennessee $83,369 Idaho $83,279 New Mexico $82,628 Oklahoma $82,485 Alabama $81,959 South Dakota $81,076

Arkansas $80,594 West Virginia $80,335 Mississippi $79,559

Top Paying Cities for Distribution 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: $93,503
Little Creek: $92,638
Magnolia: $93,021

Lincoln, DE $93,503 Little Creek, DE $92,638 Magnolia, DE $93,021 Milford, DE $93,503 Marydel, DE $92,290 Millsboro, DE $93,503 Millville, DE $94,128 Milton, DE $93,503

Nassau, DE $93,503 Ocean View, DE $94,128 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,128 Seaford, DE $92,522 Selbyville, DE $94,128 Smyrna, DE $92,183 Viola, DE $93,021 Woodside, DE $92,754

Bear, DE $91,505 Newark, DE $91,540 Claymont, DE $91,612 Delaware City, DE $91,540 Hockessin, DE $91,612 Kirkwood, DE $91,540 Middletown, DE $91,995 Montchanin, DE $91,612

New Castle, DE $91,612 Odessa, DE $92,120 Port Penn, DE $91,291 Rockland, DE $91,612 Saint Georges, DE $91,540 Townsend, DE $91,986 Winterthur, DE $91,612 Lewes, DE $93,503

Wilmington, DE $91,612 Dover, DE $92,593 Dover Afb, DE $92,807 Bethany Beach, DE $94,128 Bethel, DE $92,522 Bridgeville, DE $93,503 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,691 Cheswold, DE $92,379

Clayton, DE $92,147 Dagsboro, DE $94,128 Delmar, DE $92,522 Ellendale, DE $93,503 Felton, DE $93,503 Fenwick Island, DE $94,128 Frankford, DE $94,128 Frederica, DE $93,503

Georgetown, DE $93,503 Greenwood, DE $93,503 Harbeson, DE $93,503 Harrington, DE $93,503 Hartly, DE $92,102 Houston, DE $93,503 Kenton, DE $92,147 Laurel, DE $92,522

Yorklyn, DE $91,612

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

Understanding how a Distribution 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 18, 2021

$80,069

Average $90,550/year

$102,759

$6,672

Average $7,546/month

$8,563

$1,540

Average $1,741/week

$1,976

$38

Average $44/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,759	$8,563	$1,976	$49
Average	$90,550	$7,546	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$80,069	$6,672	$1,540	$38

Distribution Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Distribution Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Distribution Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $131,646 - a projected growth of 45% over your current level.

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