What are the main factors that influence an Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change An Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager's salary?

An Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager's salary grows with experience: an Intermediate Operating Systems Programmer (2-4 years)earns $99,698, an IT Systems Programmer III (4-7 years)earns $122,809, an IT Systems Programmer IV (7+ years)earns $143,541, an IT Systems Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $165,242, an Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager (10+ years)earns $167,389,

What are the highest paying states for an Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager?

Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager roles are District of Columbia $178,760, California $178,080, Massachusetts $175,710. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager roles make?

Salaries for Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager level roles vary by specialization: Operating Systems Programming Manager: $161,500; IT Systems Programming Manager: $161,490; Software Systems Programming Manager: $161,448; Operating Systems Solutions Programmer V: $159,390; Operating Systems Administration Manager: $146,200.

Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager in Rhode Island is $167,390 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

However, an Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $205,905
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $157,680 to $187,550
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $148,840

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Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,550	$15,629	$3,607	$90
Average	$167,390	$13,949	$3,219	$80
25th Percentile	$157,680	$13,140	$3,032	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager Salaries

An Operating Systems Solutions Programming 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 Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operating Systems Solutions Programming 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:

Intermediate Operating Systems Programmer (2-4 years): $99,698
IT Systems Programmer III (4-7 years): $122,809
IT Systems Programmer IV (7+ years): $143,541
IT Systems Programmer V (7-10 years): $165,242
Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager (10+ years): $167,389

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intermediate Operating Systems Programmer	2-4 years	$99,698
IT Systems Programmer III	4-7 years	$122,809
IT Systems Programmer IV	7+ years	$143,541
IT Systems Programmer V	7-10 years	$165,242
Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager	10+ years	$167,389

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How Do Operating Systems Solutions Programming 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 Operating Systems Solutions Programming Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $178,760.
California: $178,080.
Massachusetts: $175,710.

District of Columbia $178,760 California $178,080 Massachusetts $175,710 Washington $175,060 New Jersey $175,000 Alaska $174,770 Connecticut $172,540 New York $171,640

Hawaii $168,750 Rhode Island $167,390 Maryland $166,470 Minnesota $165,210 Colorado $164,730 Illinois $164,570 Oregon $163,960 Delaware $163,500

New Hampshire $163,220 Virginia $162,580 Pennsylvania $160,730 Nevada $159,790 North Dakota $159,480 Michigan $159,000 Wisconsin $158,820 Vermont $158,470

Texas $157,480 Maine $157,420 Arizona $157,320 Ohio $157,210 Georgia $155,720 Indiana $154,980 Wyoming $154,830 Utah $154,610

Iowa $154,510 Kansas $153,740 Louisiana $153,510 North Carolina $153,430 Missouri $153,400 Florida $152,770 Montana $152,430 Nebraska $152,110

Kentucky $151,930 South Carolina $151,280 Tennessee $150,880 Idaho $150,720 New Mexico $149,540 Oklahoma $149,280 Alabama $148,330 South Dakota $146,730

Arkansas $145,860 West Virginia $145,390 Mississippi $143,980

Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operating Systems Solutions Programming 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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$157,680

Average $167,390/year

$187,550

$13,140

Average $13,949/month

$15,629

$3,032

Average $3,219/week

$3,607

$76

Average $80/hour

$90

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,550	$15,629	$3,607	$90
Average	$167,390	$13,949	$3,219	$80
25th Percentile	$157,680	$13,140	$3,032	$76

Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager

Systems Applications Development Senior Manager

Enterprise Applications Development Senior Manager

Enterprise Systems Engineering Senior Manager

SVP of Systems Applications Development

Enterprise Applications Development Director

Systems Infrastructure Engineering Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Operating Systems Solutions Programming Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Systems Applications Development Senior Manager	$185,500	11%
Enterprise Applications Development Senior Manager	$171,800	3%
Enterprise Systems Engineering Senior Manager	$176,200	5%

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