What are the main factors that influence a Senior Engineering Program 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 Senior Engineering Program Manager's salary?

A Senior Engineering Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $137,287 for beginners, reaching about $138,753 at mid-level, and approach $141,868 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Senior Engineering Program Manager?

Senior Engineering Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Engineering Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $156,486, California $155,893, Massachusetts $153,815. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Senior Engineering Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Senior Engineering Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Manager VI: $199,673; Engineering Program Improvement Management Senior Manager: $177,800; Engineering Program Management Senior Manager: $177,789; Integrated Solutions Engineering Senior Manager: $172,796; Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager: $172,300.

Senior Engineering Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Senior Engineering Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Engineering Program Manager in Delaware is $143,130 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,908
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,690 to $160,287
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,364

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Senior Engineering Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,287	$13,357	$3,082	$77
Average	$143,130	$11,927	$2,752	$69
25th Percentile	$130,690	$10,891	$2,513	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Engineering Program Manager Salaries

A Senior Engineering 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 Senior Engineering Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Engineering 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): $137,287
Early Career (1-2 years): $137,837
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,753
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,036
Expert (over 8 years): $141,868

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$137,287
Intermediate Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$137,837
Senior Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$138,753
Specialist Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$140,036
Expert Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$141,868

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

District of Columbia: $156,486.
California: $155,893.
Massachusetts: $153,815.

District of Columbia $156,486 California $155,893 Massachusetts $153,815 Washington $153,250 New Jersey $153,193 Alaska $152,995 Connecticut $151,045 New York $150,253

Hawaii $147,723 Rhode Island $146,536 Maryland $145,731 Minnesota $144,628 Colorado $144,204 Illinois $144,063 Oregon $143,526 Delaware $143,130

New Hampshire $142,881 Virginia $142,324 Pennsylvania $140,699 Nevada $139,879 North Dakota $139,611 Michigan $139,187 Wisconsin $139,031 Vermont $138,720

Texas $137,858 Maine $137,802 Arizona $137,717 Ohio $137,618 Georgia $136,318 Indiana $135,667 Wyoming $135,540 Utah $135,342

Iowa $135,258 Kansas $134,579 Louisiana $134,381 North Carolina $134,311 Missouri $134,282 Florida $133,731 Montana $133,434 Nebraska $133,152

Kentucky $132,996 South Carolina $132,431 Tennessee $132,078 Idaho $131,936 New Mexico $130,904 Oklahoma $130,678 Alabama $129,844 South Dakota $128,445

Arkansas $127,682 West Virginia $127,272 Mississippi $126,043

Top Paying Cities for Senior Engineering 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:

Lincoln: $142,485
Little Creek: $143,529
Magnolia: $143,322

Lincoln, DE $142,485 Little Creek, DE $143,529 Magnolia, DE $143,322 Milford, DE $142,847 Marydel, DE $143,082 Millsboro, DE $141,888 Millville, DE $142,107 Milton, DE $142,353

Nassau, DE $142,456 Ocean View, DE $142,083 Rehoboth Beach, DE $142,355 Seaford, DE $142,436 Selbyville, DE $141,847 Smyrna, DE $143,627 Viola, DE $142,966 Woodside, DE $143,350

Bear, DE $143,020 Newark, DE $142,966 Claymont, DE $143,259 Delaware City, DE $143,109 Hockessin, DE $142,953 Kirkwood, DE $143,082 Middletown, DE $143,137 Montchanin, DE $142,986

New Castle, DE $143,007 Odessa, DE $143,208 Port Penn, DE $143,304 Rockland, DE $143,000 Saint Georges, DE $143,092 Townsend, DE $143,312 Winterthur, DE $143,017 Lewes, DE $142,408

Wilmington, DE $142,960 Dover, DE $143,529 Dover Afb, DE $142,772 Bethany Beach, DE $141,933 Bethel, DE $142,080 Bridgeville, DE $142,415 Camden Wyoming, DE $143,124 Cheswold, DE $143,482

Clayton, DE $143,486 Dagsboro, DE $141,834 Delmar, DE $141,606 Ellendale, DE $142,036 Felton, DE $142,836 Fenwick Island, DE $141,865 Frankford, DE $141,618 Frederica, DE $142,977

Georgetown, DE $141,780 Greenwood, DE $142,437 Harbeson, DE $141,931 Harrington, DE $142,655 Hartly, DE $143,099 Houston, DE $142,452 Kenton, DE $143,493 Laurel, DE $141,695

Yorklyn, DE $142,996

Senior Engineering Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Engineering 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$130,690

Average $143,130/year

$160,287

$10,891

Average $11,927/month

$13,357

$2,513

Average $2,752/week

$3,082

$63

Average $69/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,287	$13,357	$3,082	$77
Average	$143,130	$11,927	$2,752	$69
25th Percentile	$130,690	$10,891	$2,513	$63

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