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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Design Program Manager's salary?

A Design Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $142,393 for beginners, reaching about $143,914 at mid-level, and approach $147,145 for experts.

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

Design Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Design Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $162,306, California $161,690, Massachusetts $159,535. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Design Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Design Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Manager VI: $199,673; Engineering Program Manager V: $151,511; Program Manager: $143,932; Manufacturing Program Manager IV: $129,900; Engineering Program Manager IV: $129,875.

Design Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Design Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Design Program Manager in Delaware is $148,453 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,451
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,551 to $166,249
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $123,804

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Design Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,249	$13,854	$3,197	$80
Average	$148,453	$12,371	$2,855	$71
25th Percentile	$135,551	$11,296	$2,607	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Design Program Manager Salaries

A Design 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 Design Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Design 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): $142,393
Early Career (1-2 years): $142,963
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,914
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,244
Expert (over 8 years): $147,145

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Design Program Manager	$142,393
Intermediate Level Design Program Manager	$142,963
Senior Level Design Program Manager	$143,914
Specialist Level Design Program Manager	$145,244
Expert Level Design Program Manager	$147,145

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

District of Columbia: $162,306.
California: $161,690.
Massachusetts: $159,535.

District of Columbia $162,306 California $161,690 Massachusetts $159,535 Washington $158,949 New Jersey $158,890 Alaska $158,685 Connecticut $156,662 New York $155,841

Hawaii $153,217 Rhode Island $151,986 Maryland $151,150 Minnesota $150,007 Colorado $149,567 Illinois $149,420 Oregon $148,863 Delaware $148,453

New Hampshire $148,195 Virginia $147,617 Pennsylvania $145,931 Nevada $145,081 North Dakota $144,803 Michigan $144,363 Wisconsin $144,202 Vermont $143,879

Texas $142,985 Maine $142,926 Arizona $142,838 Ohio $142,736 Georgia $141,387 Indiana $140,713 Wyoming $140,581 Utah $140,376

Iowa $140,288 Kansas $139,584 Louisiana $139,379 North Carolina $139,305 Missouri $139,276 Florida $138,704 Montana $138,397 Nebraska $138,103

Kentucky $137,942 South Carolina $137,356 Tennessee $136,989 Idaho $136,843 New Mexico $135,773 Oklahoma $135,538 Alabama $134,673 South Dakota $133,222

Arkansas $132,430 West Virginia $132,005 Mississippi $130,730

Top Paying Cities for Design 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:

Lincoln: $147,784
Little Creek: $148,866
Magnolia: $148,652

Lincoln, DE $147,784 Little Creek, DE $148,866 Magnolia, DE $148,652 Milford, DE $148,160 Marydel, DE $148,403 Millsboro, DE $147,164 Millville, DE $147,391 Milton, DE $147,646

Nassau, DE $147,753 Ocean View, DE $147,366 Rehoboth Beach, DE $147,649 Seaford, DE $147,733 Selbyville, DE $147,122 Smyrna, DE $148,969 Viola, DE $148,283 Woodside, DE $148,681

Bear, DE $148,338 Newark, DE $148,283 Claymont, DE $148,586 Delaware City, DE $148,431 Hockessin, DE $148,269 Kirkwood, DE $148,403 Middletown, DE $148,460 Montchanin, DE $148,303

New Castle, DE $148,325 Odessa, DE $148,533 Port Penn, DE $148,633 Rockland, DE $148,318 Saint Georges, DE $148,413 Townsend, DE $148,642 Winterthur, DE $148,335 Lewes, DE $147,704

Wilmington, DE $148,277 Dover, DE $148,866 Dover Afb, DE $148,082 Bethany Beach, DE $147,211 Bethel, DE $147,364 Bridgeville, DE $147,711 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,447 Cheswold, DE $148,818

Clayton, DE $148,822 Dagsboro, DE $147,108 Delmar, DE $146,872 Ellendale, DE $147,318 Felton, DE $148,148 Fenwick Island, DE $147,141 Frankford, DE $146,884 Frederica, DE $148,294

Georgetown, DE $147,053 Greenwood, DE $147,734 Harbeson, DE $147,210 Harrington, DE $147,960 Hartly, DE $148,420 Houston, DE $147,749 Kenton, DE $148,829 Laurel, DE $146,965

Yorklyn, DE $148,313

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

Understanding how a Design 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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$135,551

Average $148,453/year

$166,249

$11,296

Average $12,371/month

$13,854

$2,607

Average $2,855/week

$3,197

$65

Average $71/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,249	$13,854	$3,197	$80
Average	$148,453	$12,371	$2,855	$71
25th Percentile	$135,551	$11,296	$2,607	$65

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