Population Health Program Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Population Health Program Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Population Health Program Manager in the United States is $155,425 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $181,661
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,287 to $169,158
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,326
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Population Health Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $169,158 $14,097 $3,253 $81
Average $155,425 $12,952 $2,989 $75
25th Percentile $142,287 $11,857 $2,736 $68
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Key Factors That Influence Population Health Program Manager Salaries

A Population Health 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 Population Health Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Population Health 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): $153,600
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $154,148
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $155,425
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $156,885
  • Expert (over 8 years): $159,733
Levels Salary
Entry Level Population Health Program Manager$153,600
Intermediate Level Population Health Program Manager$154,148
Senior Level Population Health Program Manager$155,425
Specialist Level Population Health Program Manager$156,885
Expert Level Population Health Program Manager$159,733
$153,600 0 yr
$154,148 < 2 yrs
$155,425 2-4 yrs
$156,885 5-8 yrs
$159,733 > 8 yrs
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How Do Population Health 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 Population Health Program Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $172,087.
  • California: $171,434.
  • Massachusetts: $169,149.

Top Paying Cities for Population Health 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: $196,038
  • San Francisco: $193,891
  • Oakland: $189,805

What Skills Can Increase a Population Health Program Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 8.22% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (Mentioned in 2.27% Job Postings): Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding behavior. ABA refers to a set of principles that focus on how behaviors change, or are affected by the environment, as well as how learning takes place.
  • Child Welfare (Mentioned in 1.41% Job Postings): Child welfare is a continuum of services designed to ensure that children are safe and that families have the necessary support to care for their children successfully
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Leadership 8.22%
Applied Behavior Analysis 2.27%
Child Welfare 1.41%
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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 a Population Health Program Manager's salary.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Clinical Research: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Oncology: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Networking
 $175,630
13%
Clinical Research
 $174,076
12%
Oncology
 $174,076
12%
Medical Education
 $174,076
12%
Quality Management
 $172,522
11%
Clinical Trial
 $170,968
10%
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Population Health Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Population Health Program Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Population Health Program Manager positions in Edu., Gov't & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Population Health Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Population Health Program Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$178,739$86.015%

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

Understanding how a Population Health 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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$142,287
Average $155,425/year
$169,158
$11,857
Average $12,952/month
$14,097
$2,736
Average $2,989/week
$3,253
$68
Average $75/hour
$81
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $169,158 $14,097 $3,253 $81
Average $155,425 $12,952 $2,989 $75
25th Percentile $142,287 $11,857 $2,736 $68

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Salary Trends for Population Health Program Manager

Salaries for a Population Health Program Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $129,289 in 2023 to around $123,623 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Population Health Program Manager salary trends, .

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