What are the main factors that influence a Senior Director, Program Management's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Senior Director, Program Management's salary?

A Senior Director, Program Management's salary grows with experience: a Program Management Office Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $150,553, a Program Management Office Manager (10+ years)earns $146,124, a Program Management Office Manager, Sr. (10+ years)earns $182,018, a Senior Director, Program Management (10+ years)earns $197,889, a VP of Program Management Office (10+ years)earns $257,642,

What are the highest paying states for a Senior Director, Program Management?

Senior Director, Program Management salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Director, Program Management roles are District of Columbia $212,495, California $211,689, Massachusetts $208,868. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Senior Director, Program Management roles make?

Salaries for Senior Director, Program Management level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Director: $219,500; Engineering Program Improvement Management Director: $210,100; Engineering Program Management Director: $210,065; Engineering Program/Project Management - Director: $196,320; Director of Program Management: $185,582.

Senior Director, Program Management Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Senior Director, Program Management make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Director, Program Management in Rhode Island is $198,984 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.

However, a Senior Director, Program Management's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $227,429
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $185,524 to $213,873
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,270

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Senior Director, Program Management Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$213,873	$17,823	$4,113	$103
Average	$198,984	$16,582	$3,827	$96
25th Percentile	$185,524	$15,460	$3,568	$89

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Director, Program Management Salaries

A Senior Director, Program Management'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 Senior Director, Program Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Director, Program Management'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): $150,553
Early Career (1-2 years): $146,124
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $182,018
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $197,889
Expert (over 8 years): $257,642

Levels	Salary
Program M... Level Senior Director, Program Management	$150,553
Program M... Level Senior Director, Program Management	$146,124
Program M... Level Senior Director, Program Management	$182,018
Senior Di... Level Senior Director, Program Management	$197,889
VP of Pro... Level Senior Director, Program Management	$257,642

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How Do Senior Director, Program Management 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 Senior Director, Program Managements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $212,495.
California: $211,689.
Massachusetts: $208,868.

District of Columbia $212,495 California $211,689 Massachusetts $208,868 Washington $208,100 New Jersey $208,023 Alaska $207,754 Connecticut $205,106 New York $204,031

Hawaii $200,596 Rhode Island $198,984 Maryland $197,890 Minnesota $196,393 Colorado $195,817 Illinois $195,625 Oregon $194,896 Delaware $194,358

New Hampshire $194,021 Virginia $193,264 Pennsylvania $191,057 Nevada $189,944 North Dakota $189,580 Michigan $189,004 Wisconsin $188,793 Vermont $188,370

Texas $187,200 Maine $187,123 Arizona $187,008 Ohio $186,873 Georgia $185,108 Indiana $184,225 Wyoming $184,052 Utah $183,784

Iowa $183,668 Kansas $182,747 Louisiana $182,478 North Carolina $182,383 Missouri $182,344 Florida $181,596 Montana $181,193 Nebraska $180,809

Kentucky $180,598 South Carolina $179,830 Tennessee $179,350 Idaho $179,158 New Mexico $177,757 Oklahoma $177,450 Alabama $176,318 South Dakota $174,418

Arkansas $173,381 West Virginia $172,825 Mississippi $171,155

Top Paying Cities for Senior Director, Program Managements

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: $201,471
Albion: $199,769
Ashaway: $201,089

Adamsville, RI $201,471 Albion, RI $199,769 Ashaway, RI $201,089 Barrington, RI $199,243 Block Island, RI $200,352 Bradford, RI $200,968 Bristol, RI $200,010 Carolina, RI $200,636

Charlestown, RI $200,709 Chepachet, RI $200,310 Clayville, RI $199,751 Coventry, RI $199,761 West Greenwich, RI $200,312 East Greenwich, RI $199,627 Exeter, RI $200,256 Fiskeville, RI $199,239

Forestdale, RI $200,774 Foster, RI $200,204 Glendale, RI $200,790 Greene, RI $200,467 Greenville, RI $199,316 Harmony, RI $199,573 Harrisville, RI $200,703 Hope, RI $199,364

Hope Valley, RI $200,912 Hopkinton, RI $201,177 Jamestown, RI $200,506 Kenyon, RI $200,611 Little Compton, RI $201,440 Manville, RI $200,032 Mapleville, RI $200,348 Newport, RI $200,707

Middletown, RI $200,795 North Kingstown, RI $199,970 North Scituate, RI $199,575 Oakland, RI $200,565 Pascoag, RI $200,836 Pawtucket, RI $198,945 Central Falls, RI $199,034 Cumberland, RI $200,164

Lincoln, RI $199,233 Portsmouth, RI $200,686 Prudence Island, RI $200,273 Rockville, RI $201,147 Saunderstown, RI $200,385 Shannock, RI $200,623 Slatersville, RI $200,776 Slocum, RI $200,379

Tiverton, RI $201,296 Wakefield, RI $200,556 Kingston, RI $200,479 Narragansett, RI $200,611 Peace Dale, RI $200,531 Warren, RI $199,757 Warwick, RI $199,201 Westerly, RI $201,137

West Kingston, RI $200,542 West Warwick, RI $199,444 Wood River Junction, RI $200,828 Woonsocket, RI $200,786 North Smithfield, RI $200,329 Wyoming, RI $200,623 Providence, RI $198,888 Cranston, RI $198,915

North Providence, RI $198,938 East Providence, RI $198,901 Riverside, RI $198,965 Rumford, RI $198,936 Smithfield, RI $199,339 Johnston, RI $199,005

Senior Director, Program Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Director, Program Management'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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$185,524

Average $198,984/year

$213,873

$15,460

Average $16,582/month

$17,823

$3,568

Average $3,827/week

$4,113

$89

Average $96/hour

$103

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$213,873	$17,823	$4,113	$103
Average	$198,984	$16,582	$3,827	$96
25th Percentile	$185,524	$15,460	$3,568	$89

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