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

A Lab Manager's salary grows with experience: a Laboratory Supervisor (4+ years)earns $86,179, a Laboratory Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $101,704, a Lab Manager (5+ years)earns $123,958, a Laboratory Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $150,478, a Laboratory Director (5+ years)earns $176,521,

What are the highest paying states for a Lab Manager?

Lab Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lab Manager roles are District of Columbia $135,211, California $134,698, Massachusetts $132,903. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lab Manager roles make?

Salaries for Lab Manager level roles vary by specialization: Biology Lab Manager: $122,120; Chemistry Lab Manager: $122,120; Clinical Lab Manager: $122,120; Dental Lab Manager: $122,120; Histology Lab Manager: $122,120.

Lab Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lab Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lab Manager in Delaware is $123,952 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,259
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,592 to $134,581
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,339

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Lab Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,581	$11,215	$2,588	$65
Average	$123,952	$10,329	$2,384	$60
25th Percentile	$111,592	$9,299	$2,146	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Lab Manager Salaries

A Lab 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 Lab Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lab 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): $86,179
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,704
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,958
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,478
Expert (over 8 years): $176,521

Levels	Salary
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$86,179
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$101,704
Lab Manag... Level Lab Manager	$123,958
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$150,478
Laborator... Level Lab Manager	$176,521

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

District of Columbia: $135,211.
California: $134,698.
Massachusetts: $132,903.

District of Columbia $135,211 California $134,698 Massachusetts $132,903 Washington $132,414 New Jersey $132,366 Alaska $132,195 Connecticut $130,509 New York $129,826

Hawaii $127,640 Rhode Island $126,614 Maryland $125,918 Minnesota $124,965 Colorado $124,599 Illinois $124,477 Oregon $124,013 Delaware $123,671

New Hampshire $123,456 Virginia $122,975 Pennsylvania $121,570 Nevada $120,862 North Dakota $120,630 Michigan $120,264 Wisconsin $120,129 Vermont $119,861

Texas $119,116 Maine $119,067 Arizona $118,994 Ohio $118,908 Georgia $117,785 Indiana $117,223 Wyoming $117,113 Utah $116,942

Iowa $116,869 Kansas $116,282 Louisiana $116,111 North Carolina $116,050 Missouri $116,026 Florida $115,550 Montana $115,293 Nebraska $115,049

Kentucky $114,915 South Carolina $114,426 Tennessee $114,121 Idaho $113,999 New Mexico $113,107 Oklahoma $112,912 Alabama $112,191 South Dakota $110,982

Arkansas $110,323 West Virginia $109,969 Mississippi $108,906

Top Paying Cities for Lab 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: $127,994
Little Creek: $126,809
Magnolia: $127,334

Lincoln, DE $127,994 Little Creek, DE $126,809 Magnolia, DE $127,334 Milford, DE $127,994 Marydel, DE $126,333 Millsboro, DE $127,994 Millville, DE $128,849 Milton, DE $127,994

Nassau, DE $127,994 Ocean View, DE $128,849 Rehoboth Beach, DE $128,849 Seaford, DE $126,650 Selbyville, DE $128,849 Smyrna, DE $126,186 Viola, DE $127,334 Woodside, DE $126,968

Bear, DE $125,258 Newark, DE $125,307 Claymont, DE $125,405 Delaware City, DE $125,307 Hockessin, DE $125,405 Kirkwood, DE $125,307 Middletown, DE $125,930 Montchanin, DE $125,405

New Castle, DE $125,405 Odessa, DE $126,101 Port Penn, DE $124,965 Rockland, DE $125,405 Saint Georges, DE $125,307 Townsend, DE $125,918 Winterthur, DE $125,405 Lewes, DE $127,994

Wilmington, DE $125,405 Dover, DE $126,748 Dover Afb, DE $127,041 Bethany Beach, DE $128,849 Bethel, DE $126,650 Bridgeville, DE $127,994 Camden Wyoming, DE $126,882 Cheswold, DE $126,455

Clayton, DE $126,138 Dagsboro, DE $128,849 Delmar, DE $126,650 Ellendale, DE $127,994 Felton, DE $127,994 Fenwick Island, DE $128,849 Frankford, DE $128,849 Frederica, DE $127,994

Georgetown, DE $127,994 Greenwood, DE $127,994 Harbeson, DE $127,994 Harrington, DE $127,994 Hartly, DE $126,076 Houston, DE $127,994 Kenton, DE $126,138 Laurel, DE $126,650

Yorklyn, DE $125,405

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

Understanding how a Lab 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

$111,592

Average $123,952/year

$134,581

$9,299

Average $10,329/month

$11,215

$2,146

Average $2,384/week

$2,588

$54

Average $60/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,581	$11,215	$2,588	$65
Average	$123,952	$10,329	$2,384	$60
25th Percentile	$111,592	$9,299	$2,146	$54

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