Insurance Program Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Insurance Program Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Insurance Program Manager in the United States is $91,243 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,113
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,689 to $105,308
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,079
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Insurance Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $105,308 $8,776 $2,025 $51
Average $91,243 $7,604 $1,755 $44
25th Percentile $80,689 $6,724 $1,552 $39
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Key Factors That Influence Insurance Program Manager Salaries

An Insurance 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 Insurance Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Insurance 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): $78,020
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $83,332
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,442
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,933
  • Expert (over 8 years): $162,145
Levels Salary
Non-Profi... Level Insurance Program Manager$78,020
Non-Profi... Level Insurance Program Manager$83,332
Insurance... Level Insurance Program Manager$93,442
Non-Profi... Level Insurance Program Manager$118,933
Non-Profi... Level Insurance Program Manager$162,145
$78,020 0 yr
$83,332 < 2 yrs
$93,442 2-4 yrs
$118,933 5-8 yrs
$162,145 > 8 yrs
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How Do Insurance 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 Insurance Program Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $101,024.
  • California: $100,641.
  • Massachusetts: $99,300.

Top Paying Cities for Insurance 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:

  • San Jose: $115,085
  • San Francisco: $113,825
  • Oakland: $111,426

What Skills Can Increase an Insurance Program Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.59% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Social Work (Mentioned in 1.25% Job Postings): Social work is an academic discipline and profession that concerns itself with individuals, families, groups and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being. Social functioning is the way in which people perform their social roles, and the structural institutions that are provided[by whom?] to sustain them. Social work applies social sciences, such as sociology, psychology, political science, public health, community development, law, and economics, to engage with client systems, conduct assessments, and develop interventions to solve social and personal problems; and to bring about social change. Social work practice is often divided[by whom?] into micro-work, which involves working directly with individuals or small groups; and macro-work, which involves working with communities, and - within social policy - fostering change on a larger scale.
  • Case Management (Mentioned in 1.1% Job Postings): Connecting patients with suitable healthcare providers, resources, and services to ensure they receive optimal, cost-effective care.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 9.59%
Social Work 1.25%
Case Management 1.1%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Insurance Program Manager's salary.
  • Scrum: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Supply Chain: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Change Management: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Scrum
$106,755
17%
Supply Chain
$104,017
14%
Change Management
$103,105
13%
Product Development
$101,280
11%
Agile
$101,280
11%
Business Development
$99,455
9%
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Insurance Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Insurance Program Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Hospitality & Leisure and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Insurance Program Manager positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Insurance Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Insurance Program Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure$118,616$57.030%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$109,492$53.020%
Financial Services$100,368$48.010%

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

Understanding how an Insurance 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Insurance Program Manager

Salaries for an Insurance Program Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $79,269 in 2023 to around $80,134 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Insurance Program Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Insurance Program Manager Over Time

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    Columbus, OH

    Columbus Partnership | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Integrated Services for Behavioral Health | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. We are seeking an IHBT Program Manager. Southeastern, OH. Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community... more

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  • Total Aviation Staffing, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Total Aviation Staffing, LLC | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    ComResource | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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  • Turner Construction

    Columbus, OH

    Turner Construction | Columbus, OH

    Division:xPL Offsite SourcingProject Location(s):Monroe, LA 71201 USAMinimum Years Experience:Travel Involved:100%Job Type:Regular Job Classification:Exper... more

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FAQ about Insurance Program Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Insurance Program Manager?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Insurance Program Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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