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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 July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Management Office Manager, Sr. in California is $190,979 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): $227,879
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $176,033 to $210,294
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $162,426
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Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $210,294 $17,524 $4,044 $101
Average $190,979 $15,915 $3,673 $92
25th Percentile $176,033 $14,669 $3,385 $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): $157,896
  • Program Management Office Manager (10+ years): $153,291
  • Program Management Office Manager, Sr. (10+ years): $190,979
  • Program Management Office Director (10+ years): $207,593
  • VP of Program Management Office (10+ years): $270,314
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Program Management Office Analyst V7-10 years$157,896
Program Management Office Manager10+ years$153,291
Program Management Office Manager, Sr.10+ years$190,979
Program Management Office Director10+ years$207,593
VP of Program Management Office10+ years$270,314
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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: $191,308
  • West Hollywood: $191,169
  • Dodgertown: $191,306

Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Program Management Office Manager, Sr. salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $213,608. While startup companies pay approximate $180,649.

Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$180,649
Growth Stage51~500$191,064
Established501~5000$206,280
Enterprise5000+$213,608

Program Management Office Manager, Sr. Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Program Management Office Manager, Sr. roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 33% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Program Management Office Manager, Sr. positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Construction typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Program Management Office Manager, Sr. as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Program Management Office Manager, Sr.

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$225,355$108.018%
Energy & Utilities$219,626$106.015%
Insurance$210,077$101.010%
Chemicals$206,257$99.08%
Telecom$204,347$98.07%

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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$176,033
Average $190,979/year
$210,294
$14,669
Average $15,915/month
$17,524
$3,385
Average $3,673/week
$4,044
$85
Average $92/hour
$101
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $210,294 $17,524 $4,044 $101
Average $190,979 $15,915 $3,673 $92
25th Percentile $176,033 $14,669 $3,385 $85

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

Program Management Office Manager, Sr.
Engineering Program Management Director
Project Management Director
Program Management Office Director
VP of Engineering Program Management
SVP of Project 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 $231,767 21%
Project Management Director $230,894 21%
Program Management Office Director $207,593 9%

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