Manager, Federal Programs Salary in the United States

How much does a Manager, Federal Programs make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager, Federal Programs in the United States is $130,804 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,665
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,329 to $147,481
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,882
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Manager, Federal Programs Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
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Wage
75th Percentile $147,481 $12,290 $2,836 $71
Average $130,804 $10,900 $2,515 $63
25th Percentile $119,329 $9,944 $2,295 $57
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Key Factors That Influence Manager, Federal Programs Salaries

A Manager, Federal Programs'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manager, Federal Programs Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manager, Federal Programs'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): $125,378
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $125,882
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $127,058
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,402
  • Expert (over 8 years): $131,295
Levels Salary
Entry Level Manager, Federal Programs$125,378
Intermediate Level Manager, Federal Programs$125,882
Senior Level Manager, Federal Programs$127,058
Specialist Level Manager, Federal Programs$128,402
Expert Level Manager, Federal Programs$131,295
$125,378 0 yr
$125,882 < 2 yrs
$127,058 2-4 yrs
$128,402 5-8 yrs
$131,295 > 8 yrs
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How Do Manager, Federal Programs 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 Manager, Federal Programs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $144,826.
  • California: $144,277.
  • Massachusetts: $142,354.

Top Paying Cities for Manager, Federal Programs

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:

  • San Jose: $164,983
  • San Francisco: $163,361
  • Oakland: $159,738

What Skills Can Increase a Manager, Federal Programs's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Presentation (Mentioned in 4.26% Job Postings): Presentation conveys information from a speaker to an audience. Presentations are typically demonstrations, introduction, lecture, or speech meant to inform, persuade, inspire, motivate, build goodwill, or present a new idea/product.
  • Product Development (Mentioned in 2.55% Job Postings): Overseeing the creation of new products or improvement of the performance, cost, or quality of existing products to achieve business goals.
  • Economics (Mentioned in 1.7% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Presentation 4.26%
Product Development 2.55%
Economics 1.7%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Manager, Federal Programs's salary.
  • Operational Risk: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Motivating: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Alignment: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Operational Risk
 $155,657
19%
Motivating
 $150,425
15%
Alignment
 $146,500
12%
Courage
 $143,884
10%
Motivating Others
 $141,268
8%
Innovation
 $137,344
5%
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How Education impacts a Manager, Federal Programs's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Manager, Federal Programs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Manager, Federal Programs with a Associate's Degree is between $131,543 and $143,015).

Manager, Federal Programs Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Manager, Federal Programs
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 11.9%
Associates 10.1%
Bachelors 45.9%
Masters 29.4%
Doctorate 0.9%
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Manager, Federal Programs Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manager, Federal Programs'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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$119,329
Average $130,804/year
$147,481
$9,944
Average $10,900/month
$12,290
$2,295
Average $2,515/week
$2,836
$57
Average $63/hour
$71
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $147,481 $12,290 $2,836 $71
Average $130,804 $10,900 $2,515 $63
25th Percentile $119,329 $9,944 $2,295 $57

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Salary Trends for Manager, Federal Programs

Salaries for a Manager, Federal Programs can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $110,426 in 2023 to around $108,771 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manager, Federal Programs salary trends, .

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