What are the main factors that influence a Program Manager'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 Manager's salary?

A Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $140,944 for beginners, reaching about $142,478 at mid-level, and approach $145,739 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Manager?

Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $159,338, California $158,734, Massachusetts $156,618. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Manager VI: $199,665; Engineering Program Manager V: $151,519; Engineering Program Management Manager: $143,974; Scrum Program Manager: $142,325; Engineering Program Manager IV: $129,879.

Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Manager in Delaware is $145,739 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $178,898
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,890 to $163,095
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,191

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Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,095	$13,591	$3,136	$78
Average	$145,739	$12,145	$2,803	$70
25th Percentile	$132,890	$11,074	$2,556	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Program Manager Salaries

A Program 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 Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program 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): $140,944
Early Career (1-2 years): $141,520
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,478
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,821
Expert (over 8 years): $145,739

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Manager	$140,944
Intermediate Level Program Manager	$141,520
Senior Level Program Manager	$142,478
Specialist Level Program Manager	$143,821
Expert Level Program Manager	$145,739

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

District of Columbia: $159,338.
California: $158,734.
Massachusetts: $156,618.

District of Columbia $159,338 California $158,734 Massachusetts $156,618 Washington $156,043 New Jersey $155,985 Alaska $155,784 Connecticut $153,798 New York $152,992

Hawaii $150,416 Rhode Island $149,207 Maryland $148,387 Minnesota $147,264 Colorado $146,832 Illinois $146,688 Oregon $146,142 Delaware $145,739

New Hampshire $145,485 Virginia $144,918 Pennsylvania $143,263 Nevada $142,429 North Dakota $142,155 Michigan $141,724 Wisconsin $141,565 Vermont $141,249

Texas $140,371 Maine $140,313 Arizona $140,227 Ohio $140,126 Georgia $138,802 Indiana $138,140 Wyoming $138,011 Utah $137,809

Iowa $137,723 Kansas $137,032 Louisiana $136,831 North Carolina $136,759 Missouri $136,730 Florida $136,169 Montana $135,866 Nebraska $135,579

Kentucky $135,420 South Carolina $134,845 Tennessee $134,485 Idaho $134,341 New Mexico $133,290 Oklahoma $133,060 Alabama $132,211 South Dakota $130,786

Arkansas $130,009 West Virginia $129,592 Mississippi $128,340

Top Paying Cities for Program 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: $150,833
Little Creek: $149,437
Magnolia: $150,056

Lincoln, DE $150,833 Little Creek, DE $149,437 Magnolia, DE $150,056 Milford, DE $150,833 Marydel, DE $148,876 Millsboro, DE $150,833 Millville, DE $151,840 Milton, DE $150,833

Nassau, DE $150,833 Ocean View, DE $151,840 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,840 Seaford, DE $149,250 Selbyville, DE $151,840 Smyrna, DE $148,703 Viola, DE $150,056 Woodside, DE $149,624

Bear, DE $147,610 Newark, DE $147,667 Claymont, DE $147,782 Delaware City, DE $147,667 Hockessin, DE $147,782 Kirkwood, DE $147,667 Middletown, DE $148,401 Montchanin, DE $147,782

New Castle, DE $147,782 Odessa, DE $148,602 Port Penn, DE $147,264 Rockland, DE $147,782 Saint Georges, DE $147,667 Townsend, DE $148,387 Winterthur, DE $147,782 Lewes, DE $150,833

Wilmington, DE $147,782 Dover, DE $149,365 Dover Afb, DE $149,711 Bethany Beach, DE $151,840 Bethel, DE $149,250 Bridgeville, DE $150,833 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,524 Cheswold, DE $149,020

Clayton, DE $148,646 Dagsboro, DE $151,840 Delmar, DE $149,250 Ellendale, DE $150,833 Felton, DE $150,833 Fenwick Island, DE $151,840 Frankford, DE $151,840 Frederica, DE $150,833

Georgetown, DE $150,833 Greenwood, DE $150,833 Harbeson, DE $150,833 Harrington, DE $150,833 Hartly, DE $148,574 Houston, DE $150,833 Kenton, DE $148,646 Laurel, DE $149,250

Yorklyn, DE $147,782

Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program 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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$132,890

Average $145,739/year

$163,095

$11,074

Average $12,145/month

$13,591

$2,556

Average $2,803/week

$3,136

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,095	$13,591	$3,136	$78
Average	$145,739	$12,145	$2,803	$70
25th Percentile	$132,890	$11,074	$2,556	$64

Program Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Program 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.

Program Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Manufacturing Project Management Senior Manager	$153,974	6%
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager	$179,995	24%
Project Management Director	$173,398	19%
Project Controls Senior Manager	$180,482	24%

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