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Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salary in California

How much does a Program Management Office Manager, Sr. make in California?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Management Office Manager, Sr. in California is $190,882 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $227,642
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $175,974 to $210,124
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $162,401
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Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $210,124 $17,510 $4,041 $101
Average $190,882 $15,907 $3,671 $92
25th Percentile $175,974 $14,664 $3,384 $85
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Key Factors That Influence Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salaries

A Program Management Office Manager, Sr.'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 Manager, Sr. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Management Office Manager, Sr.'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): $157,948
  • Program Management Office Manager (10+ years): $153,265
  • Program Management Office Manager, Sr. (10+ years): $190,882
  • Program Management Office Director (10+ years): $207,561
  • VP of Program Management Office (10+ years): $270,199
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Program Management Office Analyst V7-10 years$157,948
Program Management Office Manager10+ years$153,265
Program Management Office Manager, Sr.10+ years$190,882
Program Management Office Director10+ years$207,561
VP of Program Management Office10+ years$270,199
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Top Paying Cities for Program Management Office Manager, Sr.s

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:

  • Los Angeles: $191,695
  • West Hollywood: $191,695
  • Dodgertown: $191,695

Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Management Office Manager, Sr.'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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$175,974
Average $190,882/year
$210,124
$14,664
Average $15,907/month
$17,510
$3,384
Average $3,671/week
$4,041
$85
Average $92/hour
$101
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $210,124 $17,510 $4,041 $101
Average $190,882 $15,907 $3,671 $92
25th Percentile $175,974 $14,664 $3,384 $85

Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salary Growth & Career Path

Program Management Office Manager, Sr.
Engineering Program Management Director
Program Management Office Director
VP of Engineering Program Management
VP of Program Management Office

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Program Management Office Manager, Sr., 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 Manager, Sr. Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Engineering Program Management Director $231,641 21%
Program Management Office Director $207,561 9%

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