Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Data Governance Program Senior Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Governance Program Senior Manager in the United States is $166,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

However, a Data Governance Program Senior Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $196,285
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $153,700 to $181,900
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $142,410
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Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $181,900 $15,158 $3,498 $87
Average $166,100 $13,842 $3,194 $80
25th Percentile $153,700 $12,808 $2,956 $74
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Key Factors That Influence Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salaries

A Data Governance Program Senior 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 Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Governance Program Senior 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:

  • Data Governance Specialist IV (7+ years): $134,006
  • Data Quality Control Supervisor (7+ years): $87,325
  • Data Governance Program Supervisor (7+ years): $114,185
  • Data Governance Program Manager (7+ years): $119,286
  • Data Governance Program Senior Manager (7+ years): $166,034
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Data Governance Specialist IV7+ years$134,006
Data Quality Control Supervisor7+ years$87,325
Data Governance Program Supervisor7+ years$114,185
Data Governance Program Manager7+ years$119,286
Data Governance Program Senior Manager7+ years$166,034
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Top Paying Cities for Data Governance Program Senior 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:

  • San Jose: $209,500
  • San Francisco: $207,200
  • Oakland: $202,800

Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Data Governance Program Senior Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $185,939. While startup companies pay approximate $157,300.

Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$157,300
Growth Stage51~500$166,364
Established501~5000$179,557
Enterprise5000+$185,939

Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Governance Program Senior Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 48% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Data Governance Program Senior Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Governance Program Senior Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Governance Program Senior Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$207,625$100.025%
Chemicals$186,032$89.012%
Financial Services$182,710$88.010%
Insurance$182,710$88.010%
Internet$182,710$88.010%

Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Governance Program Senior 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.

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1. What industry pays the highest salary for Data Governance Program Senior Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Governance Program Senior Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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