What are the main factors that influence an HR 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 An HR Program Manager's salary?

An HR Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $136,927 for beginners, reaching about $138,418 at mid-level, and approach $141,585 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an HR Program Manager?

HR Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HR Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $156,173, California $155,580, Massachusetts $153,507. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for HR Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Senior Program Manager, HR: $123,254; HR Manager: $123,200; HR Data Operations Manager: $120,300; HR Operations Senior Supervisor: $99,271; HR Operations Analyst III: $87,636.

HR Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an HR Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an HR Program Manager in Delaware is $142,843 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,538
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,220 to $159,957
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,727

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HR Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,957	$13,330	$3,076	$77
Average	$142,843	$11,904	$2,747	$69
25th Percentile	$130,220	$10,852	$2,504	$63

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Key Factors That Influence HR Program Manager Salaries

An HR 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 HR Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an HR 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): $136,927
Early Career (1-2 years): $137,486
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,418
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,722
Expert (over 8 years): $141,585

Levels	Salary
Entry Level HR Program Manager	$136,927
Intermediate Level HR Program Manager	$137,486
Senior Level HR Program Manager	$138,418
Specialist Level HR Program Manager	$139,722
Expert Level HR Program Manager	$141,585

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

District of Columbia: $156,173.
California: $155,580.
Massachusetts: $153,507.

District of Columbia $156,173 California $155,580 Massachusetts $153,507 Washington $152,943 New Jersey $152,886 Alaska $152,689 Connecticut $150,742 New York $149,952

Hawaii $147,428 Rhode Island $146,243 Maryland $145,439 Minnesota $144,339 Colorado $143,915 Illinois $143,774 Oregon $143,238 Delaware $142,843

New Hampshire $142,595 Virginia $142,039 Pennsylvania $140,417 Nevada $139,599 North Dakota $139,331 Michigan $138,908 Wisconsin $138,753 Vermont $138,443

Texas $137,582 Maine $137,526 Arizona $137,441 Ohio $137,342 Georgia $136,045 Indiana $135,396 Wyoming $135,269 Utah $135,071

Iowa $134,987 Kansas $134,310 Louisiana $134,112 North Carolina $134,042 Missouri $134,014 Florida $133,463 Montana $133,167 Nebraska $132,885

Kentucky $132,730 South Carolina $132,166 Tennessee $131,813 Idaho $131,672 New Mexico $130,642 Oklahoma $130,417 Alabama $129,584 South Dakota $128,188

Arkansas $127,426 West Virginia $127,017 Mississippi $125,790

Top Paying Cities for HR 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: $147,837
Little Creek: $146,468
Magnolia: $147,075

Lincoln, DE $147,837 Little Creek, DE $146,468 Magnolia, DE $147,075 Milford, DE $147,837 Marydel, DE $145,918 Millsboro, DE $147,837 Millville, DE $148,824 Milton, DE $147,837

Nassau, DE $147,837 Ocean View, DE $148,824 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,824 Seaford, DE $146,285 Selbyville, DE $148,824 Smyrna, DE $145,749 Viola, DE $147,075 Woodside, DE $146,652

Bear, DE $144,677 Newark, DE $144,733 Claymont, DE $144,846 Delaware City, DE $144,733 Hockessin, DE $144,846 Kirkwood, DE $144,733 Middletown, DE $145,453 Montchanin, DE $144,846

New Castle, DE $144,846 Odessa, DE $145,650 Port Penn, DE $144,339 Rockland, DE $144,846 Saint Georges, DE $144,733 Townsend, DE $145,439 Winterthur, DE $144,846 Lewes, DE $147,837

Wilmington, DE $144,846 Dover, DE $146,398 Dover Afb, DE $146,736 Bethany Beach, DE $148,824 Bethel, DE $146,285 Bridgeville, DE $147,837 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,553 Cheswold, DE $146,059

Clayton, DE $145,693 Dagsboro, DE $148,824 Delmar, DE $146,285 Ellendale, DE $147,837 Felton, DE $147,837 Fenwick Island, DE $148,824 Frankford, DE $148,824 Frederica, DE $147,837

Georgetown, DE $147,837 Greenwood, DE $147,837 Harbeson, DE $147,837 Harrington, DE $147,837 Hartly, DE $145,622 Houston, DE $147,837 Kenton, DE $145,693 Laurel, DE $146,285

Yorklyn, DE $144,846

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

Understanding how an HR 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.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$130,220

Average $142,843/year

$159,957

$10,852

Average $11,904/month

$13,330

$2,504

Average $2,747/week

$3,076

$63

Average $69/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,957	$13,330	$3,076	$77
Average	$142,843	$11,904	$2,747	$69
25th Percentile	$130,220	$10,852	$2,504	$63

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