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: an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $172,983, an Applications Programming Supervisor (10+ years)earns $139,076, an Applications Programming Manager (10+ years)earns $157,383, an Applications Programming Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $183,327, an Applications Programming Director (10+ years)earns $204,272,

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 $195,775, California $195,032, Massachusetts $192,433. 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: $197,022; Enterprise Applications Programming Director: $189,430; RPA Programming Senior Manager: $186,590; Enterprise Applications Programming Senior Manager: $165,680; Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager: $165,400.

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Applications Programming Senior Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Applications Programming Senior Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Programming Senior Manager in Rhode Island is $183,327 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $208,550
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $170,256 to $196,530
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $158,356

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Applications Programming Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,530	$16,377	$3,779	$94
Average	$183,327	$15,277	$3,526	$88
25th Percentile	$170,256	$14,188	$3,274	$82

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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:

Applications Programmer V (7-10 years): $172,983
Applications Programming Supervisor (10+ years): $139,076
Applications Programming Manager (10+ years): $157,383
Applications Programming Senior Manager (10+ years): $183,327
Applications Programming Director (10+ years): $204,272

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Applications Programmer V	7-10 years	$172,983
Applications Programming Supervisor	10+ years	$139,076
Applications Programming Manager	10+ years	$157,383
Applications Programming Senior Manager	10+ years	$183,327
Applications Programming Director	10+ years	$204,272

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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: $195,775.
California: $195,032.
Massachusetts: $192,433.

District of Columbia $195,775 California $195,032 Massachusetts $192,433 Washington $191,726 New Jersey $191,655 Alaska $191,408 Connecticut $188,968 New York $187,977

Hawaii $184,812 Rhode Island $183,327 Maryland $182,319 Minnesota $180,940 Colorado $180,409 Illinois $180,233 Oregon $179,561 Delaware $179,066

New Hampshire $178,754 Virginia $178,058 Pennsylvania $176,024 Nevada $174,999 North Dakota $174,663 Michigan $174,132 Wisconsin $173,938 Vermont $173,549

Texas $172,470 Maine $172,400 Arizona $172,293 Ohio $172,170 Georgia $170,543 Indiana $169,730 Wyoming $169,570 Utah $169,323

Iowa $169,217 Kansas $168,368 Louisiana $168,120 North Carolina $168,032 Missouri $167,997 Florida $167,307 Montana $166,936 Nebraska $166,582

Kentucky $166,388 South Carolina $165,680 Tennessee $165,238 Idaho $165,061 New Mexico $163,771 Oklahoma $163,488 Alabama $162,445 South Dakota $160,694

Arkansas $159,739 West Virginia $159,226 Mississippi $157,688

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:

Adamsville: $186,333
Albion: $183,239
Ashaway: $187,040

Adamsville, RI $186,333 Albion, RI $183,239 Ashaway, RI $187,040 Barrington, RI $183,239 Block Island, RI $186,068 Bradford, RI $186,916 Bristol, RI $183,062 Carolina, RI $185,396

Charlestown, RI $185,590 Chepachet, RI $182,885 Clayville, RI $183,062 Coventry, RI $182,885 West Greenwich, RI $182,761 East Greenwich, RI $183,009 Exeter, RI $186,916 Fiskeville, RI $183,239

Forestdale, RI $183,062 Foster, RI $182,761 Glendale, RI $182,761 Greene, RI $184,812 Greenville, RI $183,239 Harmony, RI $183,186 Harrisville, RI $182,885 Hope, RI $183,239

Hope Valley, RI $187,040 Hopkinton, RI $187,093 Jamestown, RI $185,219 Kenyon, RI $186,863 Little Compton, RI $186,262 Manville, RI $183,239 Mapleville, RI $182,761 Newport, RI $185,254

Middletown, RI $186,032 North Kingstown, RI $182,708 North Scituate, RI $183,186 Oakland, RI $182,938 Pascoag, RI $182,832 Pawtucket, RI $183,239 Central Falls, RI $183,239 Cumberland, RI $183,239

Lincoln, RI $183,239 Portsmouth, RI $184,512 Prudence Island, RI $182,885 Rockville, RI $187,093 Saunderstown, RI $185,325 Shannock, RI $186,810 Slatersville, RI $183,062 Slocum, RI $185,325

Tiverton, RI $186,386 Wakefield, RI $185,131 Kingston, RI $185,166 Narragansett, RI $185,201 Peace Dale, RI $185,131 Warren, RI $183,186 Warwick, RI $183,239 Westerly, RI $187,146

West Kingston, RI $185,272 West Warwick, RI $183,239 Wood River Junction, RI $186,916 Woonsocket, RI $183,062 North Smithfield, RI $183,186 Wyoming, RI $186,863 Providence, RI $183,239 Cranston, RI $183,239

North Providence, RI $183,239 East Providence, RI $183,239 Riverside, RI $183,239 Rumford, RI $183,239 Smithfield, RI $183,239 Johnston, RI $183,239

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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$170,256

Average $183,327/year

$196,530

$14,188

Average $15,277/month

$16,377

$3,274

Average $3,526/week

$3,779

$82

Average $88/hour

$94

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,530	$16,377	$3,779	$94
Average	$183,327	$15,277	$3,526	$88
25th Percentile	$170,256	$14,188	$3,274	$82

Applications Programming Senior Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Applications Programming Senior Manager

Applications Programming Director

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	$204,272	11%
Software Architect Director	$216,024	18%
Backend Development Director	$206,533	13%

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