What are the main factors that influence a Program Manager I'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 Program Manager I?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Program Manager I roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Program Manager 's salary?

A Program Manager I's salary grows with experience: starting around $137,132 for beginners, reaching about $138,589 at mid-level, and approach $141,686 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Manager I?

Program Manager I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Manager I roles are District of Columbia $151,920, California $151,344, Massachusetts $149,327. 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: Program Manager: $143,954; Engineering Program/Project Management I: $86,200; Non-Profit Program Administration Manager I: $85,600; Program Manager I (Non-Profit): $85,580; Non-Profit Program Manager I: $85,572.

Program Manager I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Manager I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Manager I in Delaware is $138,954 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,734
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,838 to $154,019
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,897

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Program Manager I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,019	$12,835	$2,962	$74
Average	$138,954	$11,579	$2,672	$67
25th Percentile	$125,838	$10,487	$2,420	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Program Manager I Salaries

A Program Manager I'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 I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Manager I'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): $137,132
Early Career (1-2 years): $137,678
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,589
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,864
Expert (over 8 years): $141,686

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Manager I	$137,132
Intermediate Level Program Manager I	$137,678
Senior Level Program Manager I	$138,589
Specialist Level Program Manager I	$139,864
Expert Level Program Manager I	$141,686

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How Do Program Manager I 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 Manager Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $151,920.
California: $151,344.
Massachusetts: $149,327.

District of Columbia $151,920 California $151,344 Massachusetts $149,327 Washington $148,778 New Jersey $148,723 Alaska $148,531 Connecticut $146,637 New York $145,869

Hawaii $143,413 Rhode Island $142,260 Maryland $141,478 Minnesota $140,408 Colorado $139,996 Illinois $139,859 Oregon $139,338 Delaware $138,954

New Hampshire $138,712 Virginia $138,171 Pennsylvania $136,594 Nevada $135,798 North Dakota $135,537 Michigan $135,125 Wisconsin $134,974 Vermont $134,673

Texas $133,836 Maine $133,781 Arizona $133,698 Ohio $133,602 Georgia $132,340 Indiana $131,709 Wyoming $131,585 Utah $131,393

Iowa $131,311 Kansas $130,652 Louisiana $130,460 North Carolina $130,392 Missouri $130,364 Florida $129,829 Montana $129,541 Nebraska $129,266

Kentucky $129,116 South Carolina $128,567 Tennessee $128,224 Idaho $128,086 New Mexico $127,085 Oklahoma $126,865 Alabama $126,056 South Dakota $124,697

Arkansas $123,956 West Virginia $123,559 Mississippi $122,365

Top Paying Cities for Program Manager Is

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: $138,328
Little Creek: $139,341
Magnolia: $139,140

Lincoln, DE $138,328 Little Creek, DE $139,341 Magnolia, DE $139,140 Milford, DE $138,679 Marydel, DE $138,907 Millsboro, DE $137,747 Millville, DE $137,960 Milton, DE $138,199

Nassau, DE $138,299 Ocean View, DE $137,937 Rehoboth Beach, DE $138,202 Seaford, DE $138,280 Selbyville, DE $137,708 Smyrna, DE $139,437 Viola, DE $138,794 Woodside, DE $139,168

Bear, DE $138,847 Newark, DE $138,794 Claymont, DE $139,078 Delaware City, DE $138,933 Hockessin, DE $138,782 Kirkwood, DE $138,907 Middletown, DE $138,960 Montchanin, DE $138,814

New Castle, DE $138,834 Odessa, DE $139,029 Port Penn, DE $139,122 Rockland, DE $138,827 Saint Georges, DE $138,917 Townsend, DE $139,131 Winterthur, DE $138,844 Lewes, DE $138,252

Wilmington, DE $138,789 Dover, DE $139,341 Dover Afb, DE $138,606 Bethany Beach, DE $137,791 Bethel, DE $137,934 Bridgeville, DE $138,259 Camden Wyoming, DE $138,948 Cheswold, DE $139,295

Clayton, DE $139,299 Dagsboro, DE $137,695 Delmar, DE $137,474 Ellendale, DE $137,892 Felton, DE $138,668 Fenwick Island, DE $137,726 Frankford, DE $137,485 Frederica, DE $138,805

Georgetown, DE $137,643 Greenwood, DE $138,281 Harbeson, DE $137,790 Harrington, DE $138,493 Hartly, DE $138,923 Houston, DE $138,295 Kenton, DE $139,306 Laurel, DE $137,561

Yorklyn, DE $138,823

Program Manager I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Program Manager I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 68% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Program Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Program Manager I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Program Manager I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$180,640	$87.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$173,692	$84.0	25%
Financial Services	$166,744	$80.0	20%
Internet	$161,186	$77.0	16%
Biotechnology	$159,797	$77.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Program Manager I'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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$125,838

Average $138,954/year

$154,019

$10,487

Average $11,579/month

$12,835

$2,420

Average $2,672/week

$2,962

$60

Average $67/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,019	$12,835	$2,962	$74
Average	$138,954	$11,579	$2,672	$67
25th Percentile	$125,838	$10,487	$2,420	$60

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