What are the main factors that influence a Program R&D 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 Program R&D Manager's salary?

A Program R&D Manager's salary grows with experience: a Research and Development Associate VI (10-12 years)earns $212,639, a Research and Development Supervisor (12+ years)earns $113,346, a Program R&D Manager (12+ years)earns $143,923, a Research and Development Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $176,107, a Research and Development Director (12+ years)earns $202,977,

What are the highest paying states for a Program R&D Manager?

Program R&D Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program R&D Manager roles are District of Columbia $158,309, California $157,708, Massachusetts $155,606. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program R&D Manager roles make?

Salaries for Program R&D Manager level roles vary by specialization: Hardware R&D Engineering Manager: $163,490; Packaging R&D Engineer V: $162,463; Program Manager: $143,921; Hardware R&D Engineer IV: $138,792; Packaging R&D Engineering Manager: $138,700.

Program R&D Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program R&D Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program R&D Manager in Delaware is $144,797 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $167,489
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,291 to $156,675
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,726

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Program R&D Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,675	$13,056	$3,013	$75
Average	$144,797	$12,066	$2,785	$70
25th Percentile	$134,291	$11,191	$2,583	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Program R&D Manager Salaries

A Program R&D 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 Program R&D Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program R&D 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): $212,639
Early Career (1-2 years): $113,346
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,923
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $176,107
Expert (over 8 years): $202,977

Levels	Salary
Research ... Level Program R&D Manager	$212,639
Research ... Level Program R&D Manager	$113,346
Program R... Level Program R&D Manager	$143,923
Research ... Level Program R&D Manager	$176,107
Research ... Level Program R&D Manager	$202,977

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

District of Columbia: $158,309.
California: $157,708.
Massachusetts: $155,606.

District of Columbia $158,309 California $157,708 Massachusetts $155,606 Washington $155,034 New Jersey $154,977 Alaska $154,777 Connecticut $152,804 New York $152,003

Hawaii $149,444 Rhode Island $148,243 Maryland $147,428 Minnesota $146,312 Colorado $145,884 Illinois $145,741 Oregon $145,197 Delaware $144,797

New Hampshire $144,545 Virginia $143,982 Pennsylvania $142,338 Nevada $141,508 North Dakota $141,237 Michigan $140,808 Wisconsin $140,650 Vermont $140,336

Texas $139,464 Maine $139,406 Arizona $139,321 Ohio $139,221 Georgia $137,905 Indiana $137,247 Wyoming $137,119 Utah $136,919

Iowa $136,833 Kansas $136,147 Louisiana $135,946 North Carolina $135,875 Missouri $135,846 Florida $135,289 Montana $134,988 Nebraska $134,702

Kentucky $134,545 South Carolina $133,973 Tennessee $133,616 Idaho $133,473 New Mexico $132,429 Oklahoma $132,200 Alabama $131,357 South Dakota $129,941

Arkansas $129,169 West Virginia $128,754 Mississippi $127,510

Top Paying Cities for Program R&D 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: $149,858
Little Creek: $148,471
Magnolia: $149,086

Lincoln, DE $149,858 Little Creek, DE $148,471 Magnolia, DE $149,086 Milford, DE $149,858 Marydel, DE $147,914 Millsboro, DE $149,858 Millville, DE $150,859 Milton, DE $149,858

Nassau, DE $149,858 Ocean View, DE $150,859 Rehoboth Beach, DE $150,859 Seaford, DE $148,286 Selbyville, DE $150,859 Smyrna, DE $147,742 Viola, DE $149,086 Woodside, DE $148,657

Bear, DE $146,656 Newark, DE $146,713 Claymont, DE $146,827 Delaware City, DE $146,713 Hockessin, DE $146,827 Kirkwood, DE $146,713 Middletown, DE $147,442 Montchanin, DE $146,827

New Castle, DE $146,827 Odessa, DE $147,642 Port Penn, DE $146,312 Rockland, DE $146,827 Saint Georges, DE $146,713 Townsend, DE $147,428 Winterthur, DE $146,827 Lewes, DE $149,858

Wilmington, DE $146,827 Dover, DE $148,400 Dover Afb, DE $148,743 Bethany Beach, DE $150,859 Bethel, DE $148,286 Bridgeville, DE $149,858 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,557 Cheswold, DE $148,057

Clayton, DE $147,685 Dagsboro, DE $150,859 Delmar, DE $148,286 Ellendale, DE $149,858 Felton, DE $149,858 Fenwick Island, DE $150,859 Frankford, DE $150,859 Frederica, DE $149,858

Georgetown, DE $149,858 Greenwood, DE $149,858 Harbeson, DE $149,858 Harrington, DE $149,858 Hartly, DE $147,614 Houston, DE $149,858 Kenton, DE $147,685 Laurel, DE $148,286

Yorklyn, DE $146,827

Program R&D Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program R&D 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 April 01, 2026

$134,291

Average $144,797/year

$156,675

$11,191

Average $12,066/month

$13,056

$2,583

Average $2,785/week

$3,013

$65

Average $70/hour

$75

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$156,675	$13,056	$3,013	$75
Average	$144,797	$12,066	$2,785	$70
25th Percentile	$134,291	$11,191	$2,583	$65

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