What are the main factors that influence a Programme Manager'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 Programme Manager?

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

How does experience change A Programme Manager's salary?

A Programme Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $139,164 for beginners, reaching about $140,642 at mid-level, and approach $143,785 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Programme Manager?

Programme Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Programme Manager roles are District of Columbia $154,171, California $153,586, Massachusetts $151,539. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Programme Manager roles make?

Salaries for Programme Manager level roles vary by specialization: Programme Analyst: $140,855; Programme Management Officer: $82,572; Programme Officer: $69,269.

Programme Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Programme Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Programme Manager in Delaware is $141,012 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,219
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,702 to $156,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,584

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Programme Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,300	$13,025	$3,006	$75
Average	$141,012	$11,751	$2,712	$68
25th Percentile	$127,702	$10,642	$2,456	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Programme Manager Salaries

A Programme 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 Programme Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Programme 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): $139,164
Early Career (1-2 years): $139,718
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,642
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,936
Expert (over 8 years): $143,785

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Programme Manager	$139,164
Intermediate Level Programme Manager	$139,718
Senior Level Programme Manager	$140,642
Specialist Level Programme Manager	$141,936
Expert Level Programme Manager	$143,785

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How Do Programme 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 Programme Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $154,171.
California: $153,586.
Massachusetts: $151,539.

District of Columbia $154,171 California $153,586 Massachusetts $151,539 Washington $150,982 New Jersey $150,927 Alaska $150,732 Connecticut $148,810 New York $148,030

Hawaii $145,538 Rhode Island $144,368 Maryland $143,574 Minnesota $142,488 Colorado $142,071 Illinois $141,931 Oregon $141,402 Delaware $141,012

New Hampshire $140,767 Virginia $140,219 Pennsylvania $138,617 Nevada $137,810 North Dakota $137,545 Michigan $137,127 Wisconsin $136,974 Vermont $136,668

Texas $135,819 Maine $135,763 Arizona $135,679 Ohio $135,582 Georgia $134,301 Indiana $133,660 Wyoming $133,535 Utah $133,340

Iowa $133,257 Kansas $132,588 Louisiana $132,393 North Carolina $132,324 Missouri $132,296 Florida $131,753 Montana $131,460 Nebraska $131,182

Kentucky $131,029 South Carolina $130,472 Tennessee $130,124 Idaho $129,984 New Mexico $128,968 Oklahoma $128,745 Alabama $127,923 South Dakota $126,545

Arkansas $125,793 West Virginia $125,389 Mississippi $124,178

Top Paying Cities for Programme 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:

Lincoln: $140,377
Little Creek: $141,405
Magnolia: $141,202

Lincoln, DE $140,377 Little Creek, DE $141,405 Magnolia, DE $141,202 Milford, DE $140,734 Marydel, DE $140,965 Millsboro, DE $139,788 Millville, DE $140,004 Milton, DE $140,247

Nassau, DE $140,348 Ocean View, DE $139,981 Rehoboth Beach, DE $140,249 Seaford, DE $140,329 Selbyville, DE $139,748 Smyrna, DE $141,503 Viola, DE $140,851 Woodside, DE $141,230

Bear, DE $140,904 Newark, DE $140,851 Claymont, DE $141,139 Delaware City, DE $140,992 Hockessin, DE $140,838 Kirkwood, DE $140,965 Middletown, DE $141,019 Montchanin, DE $140,870

New Castle, DE $140,891 Odessa, DE $141,089 Port Penn, DE $141,184 Rockland, DE $140,884 Saint Georges, DE $140,975 Townsend, DE $141,192 Winterthur, DE $140,901 Lewes, DE $140,301

Wilmington, DE $140,845 Dover, DE $141,405 Dover Afb, DE $140,660 Bethany Beach, DE $139,833 Bethel, DE $139,978 Bridgeville, DE $140,308 Camden Wyoming, DE $141,007 Cheswold, DE $141,359

Clayton, DE $141,363 Dagsboro, DE $139,736 Delmar, DE $139,511 Ellendale, DE $139,935 Felton, DE $140,723 Fenwick Island, DE $139,766 Frankford, DE $139,522 Frederica, DE $140,862

Georgetown, DE $139,683 Greenwood, DE $140,330 Harbeson, DE $139,832 Harrington, DE $140,545 Hartly, DE $140,982 Houston, DE $140,344 Kenton, DE $141,370 Laurel, DE $139,599

Yorklyn, DE $140,880

Programme Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Programme Manager 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, Programme Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Programme Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Programme Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$183,316	$88.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$176,265	$85.0	25%
Financial Services	$169,215	$81.0	20%
Internet	$163,574	$79.0	16%
Biotechnology	$162,164	$78.0	15%

Programme Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Programme 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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$127,702

Average $141,012/year

$156,300

$10,642

Average $11,751/month

$13,025

$2,456

Average $2,712/week

$3,006

$61

Average $68/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,300	$13,025	$3,006	$75
Average	$141,012	$11,751	$2,712	$68
25th Percentile	$127,702	$10,642	$2,456	$61

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