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

A Program Advisor's salary grows with experience: starting around $52,961 for beginners, reaching about $55,356 at mid-level, and approach $58,766 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Advisor?

Program Advisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Advisor roles are District of Columbia $58,539, California $58,317, Massachusetts $57,540. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Advisor roles make?

Salaries for Program Advisor level roles vary by specialization: Advisor and Program Manager: $144,270; Advisor, Technical Program Management: $132,401; Advisor Development Program Relationship Manager: $81,834; Advisor Development Rotational Program: $60,680; Advisor Development Program: $59,537.

Program Advisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Advisor make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Advisor in Delaware is $53,543 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,561
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,564 to $60,357
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,121

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Program Advisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,357	$5,030	$1,161	$29
Average	$53,543	$4,462	$1,030	$26
25th Percentile	$47,564	$3,964	$915	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Program Advisor Salaries

A Program Advisor'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 Advisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Advisor'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): $52,961
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,127
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,356
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,539
Expert (over 8 years): $58,766

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Advisor	$52,961
Intermediate Level Program Advisor	$53,127
Senior Level Program Advisor	$55,356
Specialist Level Program Advisor	$58,539
Expert Level Program Advisor	$58,766

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

District of Columbia: $58,539.
California: $58,317.
Massachusetts: $57,540.

District of Columbia $58,539 California $58,317 Massachusetts $57,540 Washington $57,328 New Jersey $57,307 Alaska $57,233 Connecticut $56,503 New York $56,207

Hawaii $55,261 Rhode Island $54,817 Maryland $54,515 Minnesota $54,103 Colorado $53,944 Illinois $53,892 Oregon $53,691 Delaware $53,543

New Hampshire $53,450 Virginia $53,241 Pennsylvania $52,633 Nevada $52,327 North Dakota $52,226 Michigan $52,068 Wisconsin $52,009 Vermont $51,893

Texas $51,571 Maine $51,549 Arizona $51,518 Ohio $51,481 Georgia $50,994 Indiana $50,751 Wyoming $50,703 Utah $50,629

Iowa $50,598 Kansas $50,344 Louisiana $50,270 North Carolina $50,244 Missouri $50,233 Florida $50,027 Montana $49,916 Nebraska $49,810

Kentucky $49,752 South Carolina $49,540 Tennessee $49,408 Idaho $49,355 New Mexico $48,969 Oklahoma $48,885 Alabama $48,573 South Dakota $48,049

Arkansas $47,764 West Virginia $47,611 Mississippi $47,151

Top Paying Cities for Program Advisors

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: $55,414
Little Creek: $54,901
Magnolia: $55,129

Lincoln, DE $55,414 Little Creek, DE $54,901 Magnolia, DE $55,129 Milford, DE $55,414 Marydel, DE $54,695 Millsboro, DE $55,414 Millville, DE $55,784 Milton, DE $55,414

Nassau, DE $55,414 Ocean View, DE $55,784 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,784 Seaford, DE $54,833 Selbyville, DE $55,784 Smyrna, DE $54,632 Viola, DE $55,129 Woodside, DE $54,970

Bear, DE $54,230 Newark, DE $54,251 Claymont, DE $54,293 Delaware City, DE $54,251 Hockessin, DE $54,293 Kirkwood, DE $54,251 Middletown, DE $54,521 Montchanin, DE $54,293

New Castle, DE $54,293 Odessa, DE $54,595 Port Penn, DE $54,103 Rockland, DE $54,293 Saint Georges, DE $54,251 Townsend, DE $54,515 Winterthur, DE $54,293 Lewes, DE $55,414

Wilmington, DE $54,293 Dover, DE $54,875 Dover Afb, DE $55,002 Bethany Beach, DE $55,784 Bethel, DE $54,833 Bridgeville, DE $55,414 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,933 Cheswold, DE $54,748

Clayton, DE $54,611 Dagsboro, DE $55,784 Delmar, DE $54,833 Ellendale, DE $55,414 Felton, DE $55,414 Fenwick Island, DE $55,784 Frankford, DE $55,784 Frederica, DE $55,414

Georgetown, DE $55,414 Greenwood, DE $55,414 Harbeson, DE $55,414 Harrington, DE $55,414 Hartly, DE $54,584 Houston, DE $55,414 Kenton, DE $54,611 Laurel, DE $54,833

Yorklyn, DE $54,293

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

Understanding how a Program Advisor'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 April 01, 2026

$47,564

Average $53,543/year

$60,357

$3,964

Average $4,462/month

$5,030

$915

Average $1,030/week

$1,161

$23

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,357	$5,030	$1,161	$29
Average	$53,543	$4,462	$1,030	$26
25th Percentile	$47,564	$3,964	$915	$23

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