What are the main factors that influence a Principal Technical Program 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 Principal Technical Program Manager?

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

How does experience change A Principal Technical Program Manager's salary?

A Principal Technical Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $146,130 for beginners, reaching about $147,683 at mid-level, and approach $150,983 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Principal Technical Program Manager?

Principal Technical Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Principal Technical Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $162,667, California $162,049, Massachusetts $159,890. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Principal Technical Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Principal Technical Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Technical Program Manager III: $148,050; Principal Program Manager: $144,332; Program Manager: $143,954; Technical Program Manager: $142,658; Staff Technical Program Manager: $142,223.

Principal Technical Program Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Principal Technical Program Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Principal Technical Program Manager in Rhode Island is $152,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $187,167
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,142 to $170,562
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,140

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Principal Technical Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,562	$14,213	$3,280	$82
Average	$152,324	$12,694	$2,929	$73
25th Percentile	$139,142	$11,595	$2,676	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Principal Technical Program Manager Salaries

A Principal Technical 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 Principal Technical Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Principal Technical 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): $146,130
Early Career (1-2 years): $146,712
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,683
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,042
Expert (over 8 years): $150,983

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Principal Technical Program Manager	$146,130
Intermediate Level Principal Technical Program Manager	$146,712
Senior Level Principal Technical Program Manager	$147,683
Specialist Level Principal Technical Program Manager	$149,042
Expert Level Principal Technical Program Manager	$150,983

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

District of Columbia: $162,667.
California: $162,049.
Massachusetts: $159,890.

District of Columbia $162,667 California $162,049 Massachusetts $159,890 Washington $159,302 New Jersey $159,243 Alaska $159,038 Connecticut $157,010 New York $156,187

Hawaii $153,558 Rhode Island $152,324 Maryland $151,486 Minnesota $150,340 Colorado $149,899 Illinois $149,752 Oregon $149,194 Delaware $148,783

New Hampshire $148,524 Virginia $147,945 Pennsylvania $146,256 Nevada $145,404 North Dakota $145,125 Michigan $144,684 Wisconsin $144,522 Vermont $144,199

Texas $143,303 Maine $143,244 Arizona $143,156 Ohio $143,053 Georgia $141,701 Indiana $141,026 Wyoming $140,893 Utah $140,688

Iowa $140,600 Kansas $139,894 Louisiana $139,689 North Carolina $139,615 Missouri $139,586 Florida $139,013 Montana $138,704 Nebraska $138,411

Kentucky $138,249 South Carolina $137,661 Tennessee $137,294 Idaho $137,147 New Mexico $136,075 Oklahoma $135,839 Alabama $134,973 South Dakota $133,518

Arkansas $132,725 West Virginia $132,299 Mississippi $131,021

Top Paying Cities for Principal Technical 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:

Adamsville: $154,228
Albion: $152,924
Ashaway: $153,935

Adamsville, RI $154,228 Albion, RI $152,924 Ashaway, RI $153,935 Barrington, RI $152,522 Block Island, RI $153,371 Bradford, RI $153,843 Bristol, RI $153,110 Carolina, RI $153,589

Charlestown, RI $153,644 Chepachet, RI $153,339 Clayville, RI $152,911 Coventry, RI $152,919 West Greenwich, RI $153,340 East Greenwich, RI $152,816 Exeter, RI $153,298 Fiskeville, RI $152,519

Forestdale, RI $153,694 Foster, RI $153,258 Glendale, RI $153,706 Greene, RI $153,459 Greenville, RI $152,578 Harmony, RI $152,775 Harrisville, RI $153,640 Hope, RI $152,614

Hope Valley, RI $153,800 Hopkinton, RI $154,003 Jamestown, RI $153,489 Kenyon, RI $153,569 Little Compton, RI $154,204 Manville, RI $153,126 Mapleville, RI $153,368 Newport, RI $153,643

Middletown, RI $153,710 North Kingstown, RI $153,079 North Scituate, RI $152,776 Oakland, RI $153,534 Pascoag, RI $153,741 Pawtucket, RI $152,294 Central Falls, RI $152,362 Cumberland, RI $153,227

Lincoln, RI $152,515 Portsmouth, RI $153,627 Prudence Island, RI $153,311 Rockville, RI $153,979 Saunderstown, RI $153,396 Shannock, RI $153,578 Slatersville, RI $153,696 Slocum, RI $153,392

Tiverton, RI $154,094 Wakefield, RI $153,527 Kingston, RI $153,468 Narragansett, RI $153,569 Peace Dale, RI $153,508 Warren, RI $152,916 Warwick, RI $152,490 Westerly, RI $153,972

West Kingston, RI $153,517 West Warwick, RI $152,676 Wood River Junction, RI $153,735 Woonsocket, RI $153,703 North Smithfield, RI $153,353 Wyoming, RI $153,578 Providence, RI $152,250 Cranston, RI $152,271

North Providence, RI $152,288 East Providence, RI $152,260 Riverside, RI $152,309 Rumford, RI $152,287 Smithfield, RI $152,595 Johnston, RI $152,340

Principal Technical Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Principal Technical Program Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$198,021	$95.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$190,404	$92.0	25%
Financial Services	$182,788	$88.0	20%
Internet	$176,695	$85.0	16%
Biotechnology	$175,172	$84.0	15%

Principal Technical Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Principal Technical 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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$139,142

Average $152,324/year

$170,562

$11,595

Average $12,694/month

$14,213

$2,676

Average $2,929/week

$3,280

$67

Average $73/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,562	$14,213	$3,280	$82
Average	$152,324	$12,694	$2,929	$73
25th Percentile	$139,142	$11,595	$2,676	$67

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