What are the main factors that influence a VP of Engineering Program Management's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for VP of Engineering Program Management?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for VP of Engineering Program Management roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A VP of Engineering Program Management's salary?

A VP of Engineering Program Management's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Program Management Supervisor (12+ years)earns $128,877, an Engineering Program Management Manager (12+ years)earns $149,317, an Engineering Program Management Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $184,389, an Engineering Program Management Director (12+ years)earns $217,857, a VP of Engineering Program Management (12+ years)earns $251,250,

What are the highest paying states for a VP of Engineering Program Management?

VP of Engineering Program Management salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for VP of Engineering Program Management roles are District of Columbia $268,310, California $267,292, Massachusetts $263,730. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of VP of Engineering Program Management roles make?

Salaries for VP of Engineering Program Management level roles vary by specialization: VP of Program Management Office: $245,072; VP of Engineering Program Improvement: $242,400; VP of IT-Customer Project/Program Management: $237,590; VP of Engineering: $235,419; VP of Sales Program: $225,090.

VP of Engineering Program Management Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a VP of Engineering Program Management make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a VP of Engineering Program Management in Rhode Island is $251,250 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $121.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $289,445
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $234,777 to $271,242
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $219,780

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VP of Engineering Program Management Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$271,242	$22,604	$5,216	$130
Average	$251,250	$20,937	$4,832	$121
25th Percentile	$234,777	$19,565	$4,515	$113

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Key Factors That Influence VP of Engineering Program Management Salaries

A VP of Engineering Program Management'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 VP of Engineering Program Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a VP of Engineering Program Management'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:

Engineering Program Management Supervisor (12+ years): $128,877
Engineering Program Management Manager (12+ years): $149,317
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager (12+ years): $184,389
Engineering Program Management Director (12+ years): $217,857
VP of Engineering Program Management (12+ years): $251,250

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Engineering Program Management Supervisor	12+ years	$128,877
Engineering Program Management Manager	12+ years	$149,317
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager	12+ years	$184,389
Engineering Program Management Director	12+ years	$217,857
VP of Engineering Program Management	12+ years	$251,250

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How Do VP of Engineering Program Management 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 VP of Engineering Program Managements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $268,310.
California: $267,292.
Massachusetts: $263,730.

District of Columbia $268,310 California $267,292 Massachusetts $263,730 Washington $262,761 New Jersey $262,664 Alaska $262,324 Connecticut $258,980 New York $257,623

Hawaii $253,285 Rhode Island $251,250 Maryland $249,869 Minnesota $247,978 Colorado $247,251 Illinois $247,009 Oregon $246,088 Delaware $245,410

New Hampshire $244,983 Virginia $244,028 Pennsylvania $241,242 Nevada $239,836 North Dakota $239,376 Michigan $238,649 Wisconsin $238,382 Vermont $237,849

Texas $236,371 Maine $236,274 Arizona $236,128 Ohio $235,959 Georgia $233,729 Indiana $232,614 Wyoming $232,396 Utah $232,057

Iowa $231,912 Kansas $230,749 Louisiana $230,409 North Carolina $230,288 Missouri $230,240 Florida $229,295 Montana $228,786 Nebraska $228,301

Kentucky $228,034 South Carolina $227,065 Tennessee $226,459 Idaho $226,217 New Mexico $224,448 Oklahoma $224,060 Alabama $222,630 South Dakota $220,231

Arkansas $218,923 West Virginia $218,220 Mississippi $216,112

Top Paying Cities for VP of Engineering Program Managements

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:

Adamsville: $254,390
Albion: $252,241
Ashaway: $253,908

Adamsville, RI $254,390 Albion, RI $252,241 Ashaway, RI $253,908 Barrington, RI $251,577 Block Island, RI $252,978 Bradford, RI $253,756 Bristol, RI $252,546 Carolina, RI $253,336

Charlestown, RI $253,428 Chepachet, RI $252,924 Clayville, RI $252,219 Coventry, RI $252,231 West Greenwich, RI $252,927 East Greenwich, RI $252,062 Exeter, RI $252,856 Fiskeville, RI $251,572

Forestdale, RI $253,511 Foster, RI $252,791 Glendale, RI $253,530 Greene, RI $253,123 Greenville, RI $251,669 Harmony, RI $251,994 Harrisville, RI $253,421 Hope, RI $251,730

Hope Valley, RI $253,685 Hopkinton, RI $254,020 Jamestown, RI $253,172 Kenyon, RI $253,305 Little Compton, RI $254,352 Manville, RI $252,573 Mapleville, RI $252,973 Newport, RI $253,426

Middletown, RI $253,537 North Kingstown, RI $252,495 North Scituate, RI $251,996 Oakland, RI $253,247 Pascoag, RI $253,588 Pawtucket, RI $251,201 Central Falls, RI $251,313 Cumberland, RI $252,740

Lincoln, RI $251,565 Portsmouth, RI $253,399 Prudence Island, RI $252,878 Rockville, RI $253,981 Saunderstown, RI $253,019 Shannock, RI $253,319 Slatersville, RI $253,513 Slocum, RI $253,012

Tiverton, RI $254,170 Wakefield, RI $253,235 Kingston, RI $253,138 Narragansett, RI $253,305 Peace Dale, RI $253,203 Warren, RI $252,226 Warwick, RI $251,524 Westerly, RI $253,969

West Kingston, RI $253,218 West Warwick, RI $251,831 Wood River Junction, RI $253,579 Woonsocket, RI $253,525 North Smithfield, RI $252,949 Wyoming, RI $253,319 Providence, RI $251,129 Cranston, RI $251,163

North Providence, RI $251,192 East Providence, RI $251,146 Riverside, RI $251,226 Rumford, RI $251,189 Smithfield, RI $251,698 Johnston, RI $251,276

VP of Engineering Program Management Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

VP of Engineering Program Management salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $281,021. While startup companies pay approximate $237,660.

VP of Engineering Program Management Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$237,660
Growth Stage	51~500	$251,362
Established	501~5000	$271,379
Enterprise	5000+	$281,021

VP of Engineering Program Management Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For VP of Engineering Program Management roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Transportation sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, VP of Engineering Program Management positions in Healthcare or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view VP of Engineering Program Management as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a VP of Engineering Program Management

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$314,062	$151.0	25%
Transportation	$301,500	$145.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$288,937	$139.0	15%
Business Services	$276,375	$133.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$276,375	$133.0	10%

VP of Engineering Program Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a VP of Engineering Program Management'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 July 01, 2026

$234,777

Average $251,250/year

$271,242

$19,565

Average $20,937/month

$22,604

$4,515

Average $4,832/week

$5,216

$113

Average $121/hour

$130

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$271,242	$22,604	$5,216	$130
Average	$251,250	$20,937	$4,832	$121
25th Percentile	$234,777	$19,565	$4,515	$113

VP of Engineering Program Management Salary Growth & Career Path

VP of Engineering Program Management

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For a VP of Engineering Program Management, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the SVP of Project Management role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $307,175 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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