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

A Lead Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $138,345 for beginners, reaching about $139,822 at mid-level, and approach $142,961 for experts.

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

Lead Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $157,692, California $157,094, Massachusetts $155,000. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Program Manager: $143,932; Policy Governance Program Lead: $143,527; Program Management Lead: $141,013; Manufacturing Program Manager IV: $129,900; Engineering Program Manager IV: $129,875.

Lead Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Program Manager in Delaware is $144,233 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,264
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,698 to $161,523
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,285

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Lead Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,523	$13,460	$3,106	$78
Average	$144,233	$12,019	$2,774	$69
25th Percentile	$131,698	$10,975	$2,533	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Program Manager Salaries

A Lead 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 Lead Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $138,345
Early Career (1-2 years): $138,899
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $139,822
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,115
Expert (over 8 years): $142,961

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Program Manager	$138,345
Intermediate Level Lead Program Manager	$138,899
Senior Level Lead Program Manager	$139,822
Specialist Level Lead Program Manager	$141,115
Expert Level Lead Program Manager	$142,961

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

District of Columbia: $157,692.
California: $157,094.
Massachusetts: $155,000.

District of Columbia $157,692 California $157,094 Massachusetts $155,000 Washington $154,430 New Jersey $154,373 Alaska $154,174 Connecticut $152,209 New York $151,411

Hawaii $148,862 Rhode Island $147,665 Maryland $146,853 Minnesota $145,742 Colorado $145,315 Illinois $145,173 Oregon $144,632 Delaware $144,233

New Hampshire $143,982 Virginia $143,421 Pennsylvania $141,783 Nevada $140,957 North Dakota $140,686 Michigan $140,259 Wisconsin $140,102 Vermont $139,789

Texas $138,920 Maine $138,863 Arizona $138,778 Ohio $138,678 Georgia $137,368 Indiana $136,713 Wyoming $136,585 Utah $136,385

Iowa $136,300 Kansas $135,616 Louisiana $135,417 North Carolina $135,346 Missouri $135,317 Florida $134,762 Montana $134,462 Nebraska $134,178

Kentucky $134,021 South Carolina $133,451 Tennessee $133,095 Idaho $132,953 New Mexico $131,913 Oklahoma $131,685 Alabama $130,845 South Dakota $129,435

Arkansas $128,666 West Virginia $128,253 Mississippi $127,014

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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: $143,583
Little Creek: $144,634
Magnolia: $144,426

Lincoln, DE $143,583 Little Creek, DE $144,634 Magnolia, DE $144,426 Milford, DE $143,948 Marydel, DE $144,184 Millsboro, DE $142,981 Millville, DE $143,202 Milton, DE $143,449

Nassau, DE $143,553 Ocean View, DE $143,177 Rehoboth Beach, DE $143,452 Seaford, DE $143,533 Selbyville, DE $142,940 Smyrna, DE $144,734 Viola, DE $144,068 Woodside, DE $144,455

Bear, DE $144,122 Newark, DE $144,068 Claymont, DE $144,362 Delaware City, DE $144,211 Hockessin, DE $144,055 Kirkwood, DE $144,184 Middletown, DE $144,240 Montchanin, DE $144,088

New Castle, DE $144,109 Odessa, DE $144,311 Port Penn, DE $144,408 Rockland, DE $144,102 Saint Georges, DE $144,194 Townsend, DE $144,417 Winterthur, DE $144,119 Lewes, DE $143,505

Wilmington, DE $144,062 Dover, DE $144,634 Dover Afb, DE $143,872 Bethany Beach, DE $143,026 Bethel, DE $143,175 Bridgeville, DE $143,512 Camden Wyoming, DE $144,227 Cheswold, DE $144,587

Clayton, DE $144,592 Dagsboro, DE $142,927 Delmar, DE $142,697 Ellendale, DE $143,130 Felton, DE $143,937 Fenwick Island, DE $142,958 Frankford, DE $142,709 Frederica, DE $144,079

Georgetown, DE $142,873 Greenwood, DE $143,535 Harbeson, DE $143,025 Harrington, DE $143,754 Hartly, DE $144,201 Houston, DE $143,549 Kenton, DE $144,599 Laurel, DE $142,787

Yorklyn, DE $144,097

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

Understanding how a Lead 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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$131,698

Average $144,233/year

$161,523

$10,975

Average $12,019/month

$13,460

$2,533

Average $2,774/week

$3,106

$63

Average $69/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,523	$13,460	$3,106	$78
Average	$144,233	$12,019	$2,774	$69
25th Percentile	$131,698	$10,975	$2,533	$63

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