What are the main factors that influence a Data Governance Program Senior Manager's salary?

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

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.

How does experience change A Data Governance Program Senior Manager's salary?

A Data Governance Program Senior Manager's salary grows with experience: a Data Governance Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $138,937, a Data Quality Control Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,539, a Data Governance Program Supervisor (7+ years)earns $118,387, a Data Governance Program Manager (7+ years)earns $123,676, a Data Governance Program Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $172,144,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Governance Program Senior Manager?

Data Governance Program Senior Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Governance Program Senior Manager roles are District of Columbia $183,900, California $183,200, Massachusetts $180,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Governance Program Senior Manager roles make?

Salaries for Data Governance Program Senior Manager level roles vary by specialization: Data Governance Senior Manager: $166,034; Data Governance Specialist IV: $134,100; Data Governance Program Manager: $119,300; Data Governance Manager: $119,286; Data Governance Program Supervisor: $114,200.

Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Data Governance Program Senior Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Governance Program Senior Manager in Rhode Island is $172,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

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): $203,531
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $159,300 to $188,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $147,555

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Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,600	$15,717	$3,627	$91
Average	$172,200	$14,350	$3,312	$83
25th Percentile	$159,300	$13,275	$3,063	$77

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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): $138,937
Data Quality Control Supervisor (7+ years): $90,539
Data Governance Program Supervisor (7+ years): $118,387
Data Governance Program Manager (7+ years): $123,676
Data Governance Program Senior Manager (7+ years): $172,144

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Governance Specialist IV	7+ years	$138,937
Data Quality Control Supervisor	7+ years	$90,539
Data Governance Program Supervisor	7+ years	$118,387
Data Governance Program Manager	7+ years	$123,676
Data Governance Program Senior Manager	7+ years	$172,144

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How Do Data Governance Program Senior 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 Data Governance Program Senior Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $183,900.
California: $183,200.
Massachusetts: $180,700.

District of Columbia $183,900 California $183,200 Massachusetts $180,700 Washington $180,100 New Jersey $180,000 Alaska $179,800 Connecticut $177,500 New York $176,600

Hawaii $173,600 Rhode Island $172,200 Maryland $171,200 Minnesota $170,000 Colorado $169,500 Illinois $169,300 Oregon $168,700 Delaware $168,200

New Hampshire $167,900 Virginia $167,200 Pennsylvania $165,300 Nevada $164,400 North Dakota $164,100 Michigan $163,600 Wisconsin $163,400 Vermont $163,000

Texas $162,000 Maine $161,900 Arizona $161,800 Ohio $161,700 Georgia $160,200 Indiana $159,400 Wyoming $159,300 Utah $159,000

Iowa $158,900 Kansas $158,100 Louisiana $157,900 North Carolina $157,800 Missouri $157,800 Florida $157,200 Montana $156,800 Nebraska $156,500

Kentucky $156,300 South Carolina $155,600 Tennessee $155,200 Idaho $155,000 New Mexico $153,800 Oklahoma $153,600 Alabama $152,600 South Dakota $150,900

Arkansas $150,000 West Virginia $149,600 Mississippi $148,100

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:

Adamsville: $174,300
Albion: $172,900
Ashaway: $174,000

Adamsville, RI $174,300 Albion, RI $172,900 Ashaway, RI $174,000 Barrington, RI $172,400 Block Island, RI $173,400 Bradford, RI $173,900 Bristol, RI $173,100 Carolina, RI $173,600

Charlestown, RI $173,700 Chepachet, RI $173,300 Clayville, RI $172,900 Coventry, RI $172,900 West Greenwich, RI $173,300 East Greenwich, RI $172,800 Exeter, RI $173,300 Fiskeville, RI $172,400

Forestdale, RI $173,700 Foster, RI $173,300 Glendale, RI $173,800 Greene, RI $173,500 Greenville, RI $172,500 Harmony, RI $172,700 Harrisville, RI $173,700 Hope, RI $172,500

Hope Valley, RI $173,900 Hopkinton, RI $174,100 Jamestown, RI $173,500 Kenyon, RI $173,600 Little Compton, RI $174,300 Manville, RI $173,100 Mapleville, RI $173,400 Newport, RI $173,700

Middletown, RI $173,800 North Kingstown, RI $173,000 North Scituate, RI $172,700 Oakland, RI $173,600 Pascoag, RI $173,800 Pawtucket, RI $172,200 Central Falls, RI $172,200 Cumberland, RI $173,200

Lincoln, RI $172,400 Portsmouth, RI $173,700 Prudence Island, RI $173,300 Rockville, RI $174,100 Saunderstown, RI $173,400 Shannock, RI $173,600 Slatersville, RI $173,700 Slocum, RI $173,400

Tiverton, RI $174,200 Wakefield, RI $173,600 Kingston, RI $173,500 Narragansett, RI $173,600 Peace Dale, RI $173,500 Warren, RI $172,900 Warwick, RI $172,400 Westerly, RI $174,100

West Kingston, RI $173,500 West Warwick, RI $172,600 Wood River Junction, RI $173,800 Woonsocket, RI $173,800 North Smithfield, RI $173,400 Wyoming, RI $173,600 Providence, RI $172,100 Cranston, RI $172,100

North Providence, RI $172,200 East Providence, RI $172,100 Riverside, RI $172,200 Rumford, RI $172,200 Smithfield, RI $172,500 Johnston, RI $172,200

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 $192,768. While startup companies pay approximate $163,077.

Data Governance Program Senior Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$163,077
Growth Stage	51~500	$172,473
Established	501~5000	$186,152
Enterprise	5000+	$192,768

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	$215,250	$103.0	25%
Chemicals	$192,864	$93.0	12%
Financial Services	$189,420	$91.0	10%
Insurance	$189,420	$91.0	10%
Internet	$189,420	$91.0	10%

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$159,300

Average $172,200/year

$188,600

$13,275

Average $14,350/month

$15,717

$3,063

Average $3,312/week

$3,627

$77

Average $83/hour

$91

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,600	$15,717	$3,627	$91
Average	$172,200	$14,350	$3,312	$83
25th Percentile	$159,300	$13,275	$3,063	$77

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