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 $140,929 for beginners, reaching about $142,461 at mid-level, and approach $145,716 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 $159,314, California $158,710, Massachusetts $156,594. 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: $199,656; Engineering Program Manager V: $151,527; Engineering Program Management Manager: $143,951; Scrum Program Manager: $142,322; ESG Program Manager: $135,919.

Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Manager in Delaware is $145,716 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): $178,846
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,888 to $163,058
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,207

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Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,058	$13,588	$3,136	$78
Average	$145,716	$12,143	$2,802	$70
25th Percentile	$132,888	$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): $140,929
Early Career (1-2 years): $141,504
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,461
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,802
Expert (over 8 years): $145,716

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Manager	$140,929
Intermediate Level Program Manager	$141,504
Senior Level Program Manager	$142,461
Specialist Level Program Manager	$143,802
Expert Level Program Manager	$145,716

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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: $159,314.
California: $158,710.
Massachusetts: $156,594.

District of Columbia $159,314 California $158,710 Massachusetts $156,594 Washington $156,019 New Jersey $155,961 Alaska $155,760 Connecticut $153,774 New York $152,968

Hawaii $150,393 Rhode Island $149,184 Maryland $148,364 Minnesota $147,242 Colorado $146,810 Illinois $146,666 Oregon $146,119 Delaware $145,716

New Hampshire $145,463 Virginia $144,896 Pennsylvania $143,241 Nevada $142,407 North Dakota $142,134 Michigan $141,702 Wisconsin $141,544 Vermont $141,227

Texas $140,349 Maine $140,292 Arizona $140,205 Ohio $140,105 Georgia $138,781 Indiana $138,119 Wyoming $137,990 Utah $137,788

Iowa $137,702 Kansas $137,011 Louisiana $136,810 North Carolina $136,738 Missouri $136,709 Florida $136,148 Montana $135,846 Nebraska $135,558

Kentucky $135,400 South Carolina $134,824 Tennessee $134,464 Idaho $134,320 New Mexico $133,270 Oklahoma $133,040 Alabama $132,191 South Dakota $130,766

Arkansas $129,989 West Virginia $129,572 Mississippi $128,320

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: $150,810
Little Creek: $149,414
Magnolia: $150,033

Lincoln, DE $150,810 Little Creek, DE $149,414 Magnolia, DE $150,033 Milford, DE $150,810 Marydel, DE $148,853 Millsboro, DE $150,810 Millville, DE $151,817 Milton, DE $150,810

Nassau, DE $150,810 Ocean View, DE $151,817 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,817 Seaford, DE $149,227 Selbyville, DE $151,817 Smyrna, DE $148,681 Viola, DE $150,033 Woodside, DE $149,601

Bear, DE $147,587 Newark, DE $147,645 Claymont, DE $147,760 Delaware City, DE $147,645 Hockessin, DE $147,760 Kirkwood, DE $147,645 Middletown, DE $148,378 Montchanin, DE $147,760

New Castle, DE $147,760 Odessa, DE $148,580 Port Penn, DE $147,242 Rockland, DE $147,760 Saint Georges, DE $147,645 Townsend, DE $148,364 Winterthur, DE $147,760 Lewes, DE $150,810

Wilmington, DE $147,760 Dover, DE $149,342 Dover Afb, DE $149,688 Bethany Beach, DE $151,817 Bethel, DE $149,227 Bridgeville, DE $150,810 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,501 Cheswold, DE $148,997

Clayton, DE $148,623 Dagsboro, DE $151,817 Delmar, DE $149,227 Ellendale, DE $150,810 Felton, DE $150,810 Fenwick Island, DE $151,817 Frankford, DE $151,817 Frederica, DE $150,810

Georgetown, DE $150,810 Greenwood, DE $150,810 Harbeson, DE $150,810 Harrington, DE $150,810 Hartly, DE $148,551 Houston, DE $150,810 Kenton, DE $148,623 Laurel, DE $149,227

Yorklyn, DE $147,760

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$132,888

Average $145,716/year

$163,058

$11,074

Average $12,143/month

$13,588

$2,556

Average $2,802/week

$3,136

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,058	$13,588	$3,136	$78
Average	$145,716	$12,143	$2,802	$70
25th Percentile	$132,888	$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	$153,983	6%
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager	$179,938	23%
Project Management Director	$173,354	19%
Project Controls Senior Manager	$180,424	24%

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