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 $137,181 for beginners, reaching about $138,674 at mid-level, and approach $141,847 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 $156,462, California $155,868, Massachusetts $153,791. 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: $199,665; Engineering Program Improvement Management Senior Manager: $177,800; Engineering Program Management Senior Manager: $177,738; Integrated Solutions Engineering Senior Manager: $172,782; Engineering Program/Project Management - Senior Manager: $172,200.

Senior Engineering Program Manager Salary in Delaware

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Engineering Program Manager in Delaware is $143,108 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): $175,864
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,461 to $160,254
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,947

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Senior Engineering Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,254	$13,354	$3,082	$77
Average	$143,108	$11,926	$2,752	$69
25th Percentile	$130,461	$10,872	$2,509	$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): $137,181
Early Career (1-2 years): $137,741
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,674
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,981
Expert (over 8 years): $141,847

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$137,181
Intermediate Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$137,741
Senior Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$138,674
Specialist Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$139,981
Expert Level Senior Engineering Program Manager	$141,847

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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: $156,462.
California: $155,868.
Massachusetts: $153,791.

District of Columbia $156,462 California $155,868 Massachusetts $153,791 Washington $153,226 New Jersey $153,169 Alaska $152,971 Connecticut $151,021 New York $150,230

Hawaii $147,700 Rhode Island $146,513 Maryland $145,708 Minnesota $144,606 Colorado $144,182 Illinois $144,040 Oregon $143,503 Delaware $143,108

New Hampshire $142,859 Virginia $142,302 Pennsylvania $140,677 Nevada $139,857 North Dakota $139,589 Michigan $139,165 Wisconsin $139,010 Vermont $138,699

Texas $137,837 Maine $137,780 Arizona $137,695 Ohio $137,596 Georgia $136,296 Indiana $135,646 Wyoming $135,519 Utah $135,321

Iowa $135,237 Kansas $134,558 Louisiana $134,360 North Carolina $134,290 Missouri $134,261 Florida $133,710 Montana $133,414 Nebraska $133,131

Kentucky $132,976 South Carolina $132,410 Tennessee $132,057 Idaho $131,916 New Mexico $130,884 Oklahoma $130,658 Alabama $129,824 South Dakota $128,425

Arkansas $127,662 West Virginia $127,252 Mississippi $126,023

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: $148,110
Little Creek: $146,739
Magnolia: $147,347

Lincoln, DE $148,110 Little Creek, DE $146,739 Magnolia, DE $147,347 Milford, DE $148,110 Marydel, DE $146,188 Millsboro, DE $148,110 Millville, DE $149,099 Milton, DE $148,110

Nassau, DE $148,110 Ocean View, DE $149,099 Rehoboth Beach, DE $149,099 Seaford, DE $146,556 Selbyville, DE $149,099 Smyrna, DE $146,019 Viola, DE $147,347 Woodside, DE $146,923

Bear, DE $144,945 Newark, DE $145,001 Claymont, DE $145,114 Delaware City, DE $145,001 Hockessin, DE $145,114 Kirkwood, DE $145,001 Middletown, DE $145,722 Montchanin, DE $145,114

New Castle, DE $145,114 Odessa, DE $145,920 Port Penn, DE $144,606 Rockland, DE $145,114 Saint Georges, DE $145,001 Townsend, DE $145,708 Winterthur, DE $145,114 Lewes, DE $148,110

Wilmington, DE $145,114 Dover, DE $146,669 Dover Afb, DE $147,008 Bethany Beach, DE $149,099 Bethel, DE $146,556 Bridgeville, DE $148,110 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,824 Cheswold, DE $146,330

Clayton, DE $145,962 Dagsboro, DE $149,099 Delmar, DE $146,556 Ellendale, DE $148,110 Felton, DE $148,110 Fenwick Island, DE $149,099 Frankford, DE $149,099 Frederica, DE $148,110

Georgetown, DE $148,110 Greenwood, DE $148,110 Harbeson, DE $148,110 Harrington, DE $148,110 Hartly, DE $145,892 Houston, DE $148,110 Kenton, DE $145,962 Laurel, DE $146,556

Yorklyn, DE $145,114

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 March 01, 2026

$130,461

Average $143,108/year

$160,254

$10,872

Average $11,926/month

$13,354

$2,509

Average $2,752/week

$3,082

$63

Average $69/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,254	$13,354	$3,082	$77
Average	$143,108	$11,926	$2,752	$69
25th Percentile	$130,461	$10,872	$2,509	$63

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