What are the main factors that influence an Applications Programming Senior 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 Applications Programming Senior Manager's salary?

An Applications Programming Senior Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $174,314 for beginners, reaching about $176,215 at mid-level, and approach $179,452 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Applications Programming Senior Manager?

Applications Programming Senior Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Applications Programming Senior Manager roles are District of Columbia $195,776, California $195,034, Massachusetts $192,434. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Applications Programming Senior Manager roles make?

Salaries for Applications Programming Senior Manager level roles vary by specialization: Applications Programming Director: $197,031; Enterprise Applications Programming Director: $189,440; RPA Programming Senior Manager: $186,590; Enterprise Applications Programming Senior Manager: $165,670; Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager: $165,400.

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Applications Programming Senior Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Applications Programming Senior Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Programming Senior Manager in Delaware is $179,067 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $203,740
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,331 to $191,982
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $154,736

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Applications Programming Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$191,982	$15,998	$3,692	$92
Average	$179,067	$14,922	$3,444	$86
25th Percentile	$166,331	$13,861	$3,199	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Applications Programming Senior Manager Salaries

An Applications Programming 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 Applications Programming Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications Programming 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $174,314
Early Career (1-2 years): $174,885
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $176,215
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $177,736
Expert (over 8 years): $179,452

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Applications Programming Senior Manager	$174,314
Intermediate Level Applications Programming Senior Manager	$174,885
Senior Level Applications Programming Senior Manager	$176,215
Specialist Level Applications Programming Senior Manager	$177,736
Expert Level Applications Programming Senior Manager	$179,452

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

District of Columbia: $195,776.
California: $195,034.
Massachusetts: $192,434.

District of Columbia $195,776 California $195,034 Massachusetts $192,434 Washington $191,727 New Jersey $191,656 Alaska $191,409 Connecticut $188,969 New York $187,978

Hawaii $184,813 Rhode Island $183,328 Maryland $182,320 Minnesota $180,941 Colorado $180,410 Illinois $180,234 Oregon $179,562 Delaware $179,067

New Hampshire $178,755 Virginia $178,059 Pennsylvania $176,025 Nevada $175,000 North Dakota $174,664 Michigan $174,133 Wisconsin $173,939 Vermont $173,550

Texas $172,471 Maine $172,400 Arizona $172,294 Ohio $172,171 Georgia $170,544 Indiana $169,730 Wyoming $169,571 Utah $169,324

Iowa $169,218 Kansas $168,369 Louisiana $168,121 North Carolina $168,033 Missouri $167,998 Florida $167,308 Montana $166,937 Nebraska $166,583

Kentucky $166,389 South Carolina $165,681 Tennessee $165,239 Idaho $165,062 New Mexico $163,772 Oklahoma $163,489 Alabama $162,445 South Dakota $160,695

Arkansas $159,740 West Virginia $159,227 Mississippi $157,689

Top Paying Cities for Applications Programming 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:

Lincoln: $185,326
Little Creek: $183,611
Magnolia: $184,371

Lincoln, DE $185,326 Little Creek, DE $183,611 Magnolia, DE $184,371 Milford, DE $185,326 Marydel, DE $182,921 Millsboro, DE $185,326 Millville, DE $186,564 Milton, DE $185,326

Nassau, DE $185,326 Ocean View, DE $186,564 Rehoboth Beach, DE $186,564 Seaford, DE $183,381 Selbyville, DE $186,564 Smyrna, DE $182,709 Viola, DE $184,371 Woodside, DE $183,841

Bear, DE $181,365 Newark, DE $181,436 Claymont, DE $181,577 Delaware City, DE $181,436 Hockessin, DE $181,577 Kirkwood, DE $181,436 Middletown, DE $182,338 Montchanin, DE $181,577

New Castle, DE $181,577 Odessa, DE $182,585 Port Penn, DE $180,941 Rockland, DE $181,577 Saint Georges, DE $181,436 Townsend, DE $182,320 Winterthur, DE $181,577 Lewes, DE $185,326

Wilmington, DE $181,577 Dover, DE $183,523 Dover Afb, DE $183,947 Bethany Beach, DE $186,564 Bethel, DE $183,381 Bridgeville, DE $185,326 Camden Wyoming, DE $183,717 Cheswold, DE $183,098

Clayton, DE $182,638 Dagsboro, DE $186,564 Delmar, DE $183,381 Ellendale, DE $185,326 Felton, DE $185,326 Fenwick Island, DE $186,564 Frankford, DE $186,564 Frederica, DE $185,326

Georgetown, DE $185,326 Greenwood, DE $185,326 Harbeson, DE $185,326 Harrington, DE $185,326 Hartly, DE $182,550 Houston, DE $185,326 Kenton, DE $182,638 Laurel, DE $183,381

Yorklyn, DE $181,577

Applications Programming Senior Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications Programming 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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$166,331

Average $179,067/year

$191,982

$13,861

Average $14,922/month

$15,998

$3,199

Average $3,444/week

$3,692

$80

Average $86/hour

$92

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$191,982	$15,998	$3,692	$92
Average	$179,067	$14,922	$3,444	$86
25th Percentile	$166,331	$13,861	$3,199	$80

Applications Programming Senior Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Applications Programming Senior Manager

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Software Architect Director

Backend Development Director

VP of Software Architecture

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Applications Programming Senior 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.

Applications Programming Senior Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Applications Programming Director	$199,533	11%
Software Architect Director	$210,987	18%
Backend Development Director	$201,735	13%

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