What are the main factors that influence a Program Management Office Director's salary?

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

How does experience change A Program Management Office Director's salary?

A Program Management Office Director's salary grows with experience: a Program Management Office Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $145,006, a Program Management Office Manager (10+ years)earns $140,723, a Program Management Office Manager, Sr. (10+ years)earns $175,275, a Program Management Office Director (10+ years)earns $190,576, a VP of Program Management Office (10+ years)earns $248,102,

What are the highest paying states for a Program Management Office Director?

Program Management Office Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Management Office Director roles are District of Columbia $208,360, California $207,569, Massachusetts $204,803. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Management Office Director roles make?

Salaries for Program Management Office Director level roles vary by specialization: VP of Program Management Office: $244,991; Engineering Program Management Director: $210,036; Program/Project Management Office (PMO) Director: $188,190; Program/Project Management Office (PMO) Senior Manager: $173,080; Program Management Office Manager, Sr.: $173,077.

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Program Management Office Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Management Office Director make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Management Office Director in Delaware is $190,576 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

However, a Program Management Office Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $217,555
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $177,490 to $204,698
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $165,576

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Program Management Office Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$204,698	$17,058	$3,937	$98
Average	$190,576	$15,881	$3,665	$92
25th Percentile	$177,490	$14,791	$3,413	$85

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Key Factors That Influence Program Management Office Director Salaries

A Program Management Office Director'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 Program Management Office Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Management Office Director'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:

Program Management Office Analyst V (7-10 years): $145,006
Program Management Office Manager (10+ years): $140,723
Program Management Office Manager, Sr. (10+ years): $175,275
Program Management Office Director (10+ years): $190,576
VP of Program Management Office (10+ years): $248,102

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Program Management Office Analyst V	7-10 years	$145,006
Program Management Office Manager	10+ years	$140,723
Program Management Office Manager, Sr.	10+ years	$175,275
Program Management Office Director	10+ years	$190,576
VP of Program Management Office	10+ years	$248,102

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How Do Program Management Office Director 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 Program Management Office Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $208,360.
California: $207,569.
Massachusetts: $204,803.

District of Columbia $208,360 California $207,569 Massachusetts $204,803 Washington $204,050 New Jersey $203,975 Alaska $203,711 Connecticut $201,114 New York $200,061

Hawaii $196,692 Rhode Island $195,111 Maryland $194,039 Minnesota $192,571 Colorado $192,006 Illinois $191,818 Oregon $191,103 Delaware $190,576

New Hampshire $190,245 Virginia $189,503 Pennsylvania $187,339 Nevada $186,248 North Dakota $185,890 Michigan $185,326 Wisconsin $185,119 Vermont $184,705

Texas $183,557 Maine $183,481 Arizona $183,368 Ohio $183,237 Georgia $181,505 Indiana $180,640 Wyoming $180,470 Utah $180,207

Iowa $180,094 Kansas $179,191 Louisiana $178,927 North Carolina $178,833 Missouri $178,796 Florida $178,062 Montana $177,666 Nebraska $177,290

Kentucky $177,083 South Carolina $176,330 Tennessee $175,860 Idaho $175,672 New Mexico $174,298 Oklahoma $173,997 Alabama $172,886 South Dakota $171,023

Arkansas $170,007 West Virginia $169,461 Mississippi $167,824

Top Paying Cities for Program Management Office Directors

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: $197,238
Little Creek: $195,412
Magnolia: $196,222

Lincoln, DE $197,238 Little Creek, DE $195,412 Magnolia, DE $196,222 Milford, DE $197,238 Marydel, DE $194,678 Millsboro, DE $197,238 Millville, DE $198,555 Milton, DE $197,238

Nassau, DE $197,238 Ocean View, DE $198,555 Rehoboth Beach, DE $198,555 Seaford, DE $195,168 Selbyville, DE $198,555 Smyrna, DE $194,453 Viola, DE $196,222 Woodside, DE $195,657

Bear, DE $193,022 Newark, DE $193,098 Claymont, DE $193,248 Delaware City, DE $193,098 Hockessin, DE $193,248 Kirkwood, DE $193,098 Middletown, DE $194,057 Montchanin, DE $193,248

New Castle, DE $193,248 Odessa, DE $194,321 Port Penn, DE $192,571 Rockland, DE $193,248 Saint Georges, DE $193,098 Townsend, DE $194,039 Winterthur, DE $193,248 Lewes, DE $197,238

Wilmington, DE $193,248 Dover, DE $195,318 Dover Afb, DE $195,770 Bethany Beach, DE $198,555 Bethel, DE $195,168 Bridgeville, DE $197,238 Camden Wyoming, DE $195,525 Cheswold, DE $194,867

Clayton, DE $194,377 Dagsboro, DE $198,555 Delmar, DE $195,168 Ellendale, DE $197,238 Felton, DE $197,238 Fenwick Island, DE $198,555 Frankford, DE $198,555 Frederica, DE $197,238

Georgetown, DE $197,238 Greenwood, DE $197,238 Harbeson, DE $197,238 Harrington, DE $197,238 Hartly, DE $194,283 Houston, DE $197,238 Kenton, DE $194,377 Laurel, DE $195,168

Yorklyn, DE $193,248

Program Management Office Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Management Office Director'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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$177,490

Average $190,576/year

$204,698

$14,791

Average $15,881/month

$17,058

$3,413

Average $3,665/week

$3,937

$85

Average $92/hour

$98

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$204,698	$17,058	$3,937	$98
Average	$190,576	$15,881	$3,665	$92
25th Percentile	$177,490	$14,791	$3,413	$85

Program Management Office Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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VP of Program Management Office

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Program Management Office Director, 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.

Program Management Office Director Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
VP of Engineering Program Management	$245,337	29%
VP of Program Management Office	$248,102	30%

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