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

A Projects Manager's salary grows with experience: a Projects Manager (0-2 years)earns $77,863, a Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $97,316, a Project Manager III (4-7 years)earns $119,145, a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $134,230, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $158,297,

What are the highest paying states for a Projects Manager?

Projects Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Projects Manager roles are District of Columbia $85,069, California $84,747, Massachusetts $83,617. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Projects Manager roles make?

Salaries for Projects Manager level roles vary by specialization: Manager Of Special Projects: $140,892; GIS Projects Manager: $123,300; Environmental Programs and Projects Manager: $122,500; Projects Portfolio Manager: $116,914; Strategic Projects Manager: $113,892.

Projects Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Projects Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Projects Manager in Delaware is $77,985 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,705
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,118 to $87,784
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,955

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Projects Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,784	$7,315	$1,688	$42
Average	$77,985	$6,499	$1,500	$37
25th Percentile	$70,118	$5,843	$1,348	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Projects Manager Salaries

A Projects 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 Projects Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Projects 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): $77,863
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,316
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,145
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,230
Expert (over 8 years): $158,297

Levels	Salary
Projects ... Level Projects Manager	$77,863
Project M... Level Projects Manager	$97,316
Project M... Level Projects Manager	$119,145
Project M... Level Projects Manager	$134,230
Project M... Level Projects Manager	$158,297

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

District of Columbia: $85,069.
California: $84,747.
Massachusetts: $83,617.

District of Columbia $85,069 California $84,747 Massachusetts $83,617 Washington $83,310 New Jersey $83,279 Alaska $83,171 Connecticut $82,111 New York $81,681

Hawaii $80,306 Rhode Island $79,660 Maryland $79,222 Minnesota $78,623 Colorado $78,392 Illinois $78,316 Oregon $78,024 Delaware $77,809

New Hampshire $77,673 Virginia $77,371 Pennsylvania $76,487 Nevada $76,041 North Dakota $75,895 Michigan $75,665 Wisconsin $75,580 Vermont $75,411

Texas $74,943 Maine $74,912 Arizona $74,866 Ohio $74,812 Georgia $74,105 Indiana $73,752 Wyoming $73,683 Utah $73,575

Iowa $73,529 Kansas $73,160 Louisiana $73,053 North Carolina $73,014 Missouri $72,999 Florida $72,699 Montana $72,538 Nebraska $72,384

Kentucky $72,300 South Carolina $71,992 Tennessee $71,800 Idaho $71,723 New Mexico $71,163 Oklahoma $71,040 Alabama $70,586 South Dakota $69,826

Arkansas $69,411 West Virginia $69,188 Mississippi $68,519

Top Paying Cities for Projects 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: $80,528
Little Creek: $79,783
Magnolia: $80,114

Lincoln, DE $80,528 Little Creek, DE $79,783 Magnolia, DE $80,114 Milford, DE $80,528 Marydel, DE $79,484 Millsboro, DE $80,528 Millville, DE $81,066 Milton, DE $80,528

Nassau, DE $80,528 Ocean View, DE $81,066 Rehoboth Beach, DE $81,066 Seaford, DE $79,683 Selbyville, DE $81,066 Smyrna, DE $79,391 Viola, DE $80,114 Woodside, DE $79,883

Bear, DE $78,807 Newark, DE $78,838 Claymont, DE $78,900 Delaware City, DE $78,838 Hockessin, DE $78,900 Kirkwood, DE $78,838 Middletown, DE $79,230 Montchanin, DE $78,900

New Castle, DE $78,900 Odessa, DE $79,338 Port Penn, DE $78,623 Rockland, DE $78,900 Saint Georges, DE $78,838 Townsend, DE $79,222 Winterthur, DE $78,900 Lewes, DE $80,528

Wilmington, DE $78,900 Dover, DE $79,745 Dover Afb, DE $79,929 Bethany Beach, DE $81,066 Bethel, DE $79,683 Bridgeville, DE $80,528 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,829 Cheswold, DE $79,560

Clayton, DE $79,361 Dagsboro, DE $81,066 Delmar, DE $79,683 Ellendale, DE $80,528 Felton, DE $80,528 Fenwick Island, DE $81,066 Frankford, DE $81,066 Frederica, DE $80,528

Georgetown, DE $80,528 Greenwood, DE $80,528 Harbeson, DE $80,528 Harrington, DE $80,528 Hartly, DE $79,322 Houston, DE $80,528 Kenton, DE $79,361 Laurel, DE $79,683

Yorklyn, DE $78,900

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

Understanding how a Projects 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

$70,118

Average $77,985/year

$87,784

$5,843

Average $6,499/month

$7,315

$1,348

Average $1,500/week

$1,688

$34

Average $37/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,784	$7,315	$1,688	$42
Average	$77,985	$6,499	$1,500	$37
25th Percentile	$70,118	$5,843	$1,348	$34

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