Program Manager II, Operations Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does a Program Manager II, Operations make in Chicago, IL?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Manager II, Operations in Chicago, IL is $112,870 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,377
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,798 to $127,268
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,897
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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $127,268 $10,606 $2,447 $61
Average $112,870 $9,406 $2,171 $54
25th Percentile $99,798 $8,317 $1,919 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Program Manager II, Operations Salaries

A Program Manager II, Operations'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, skills and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Program Manager II, Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Manager II, Operations'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): $68,763
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $98,511
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $111,811
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,580
  • Expert (over 8 years): $210,297
Levels Salary
Operation... Level Program Manager II, Operations$68,763
Operation... Level Program Manager II, Operations$98,511
Program M... Level Program Manager II, Operations$111,811
Senior Op... Level Program Manager II, Operations$151,580
Operation... Level Program Manager II, Operations$210,297
$68,763 0 yr
$98,511 < 2 yrs
$111,811 2-4 yrs
$151,580 5-8 yrs
$210,297 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Program Manager II, Operations

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: $137,762
  • San Francisco: $136,407
  • Oakland: $133,382

What Skills Can Increase a Program Manager II, Operations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.75% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Product Quality (Mentioned in 1.6% Job Postings): Product quality refers to how well a product satisfies customer needs, serves its purpose and meets industry standards. When evaluating product quality, businesses consider several key factors, including whether a product solves a problem, works efficiently or suits customers' purposes.
  • Cost Control (Mentioned in 1.17% Job Postings): Managing and analyzing financial data in determining and reducing business expenses to increase revenue and profitability.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.75%
Product Quality 1.6%
Cost Control 1.17%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 Program Manager II, Operations's salary.
  • CVS: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Analytical Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Influencing: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
CVS
 $124,157
10%
Analytical Skills
 $121,900
8%
Influencing
 $120,771
7%
Customer Satisfaction
 $119,642
6%
Supply Chain
 $119,642
6%
Project Management
 $119,642
6%
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Program Manager II, Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Manager II, Operations'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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$99,798
Average $112,870/year
$127,268
$8,317
Average $9,406/month
$10,606
$1,919
Average $2,171/week
$2,447
$48
Average $54/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $127,268 $10,606 $2,447 $61
Average $112,870 $9,406 $2,171 $54
25th Percentile $99,798 $8,317 $1,919 $48

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