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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Transportation Program Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Transportation Program Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Transportation Program Manager's salary?

A Transportation Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $144,864 for beginners, reaching about $146,403 at mid-level, and approach $149,675 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Transportation Program Manager?

Transportation Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Transportation Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $165,095, California $164,468, Massachusetts $162,276. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Transportation Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Transportation Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Transportation Senior Manager: $141,998; Claim Manager, Transportation: $130,782; Transportation Traffic Manager: $107,490; Transportation Account Manager: $103,840; Wellness Program Manager: $103,820.

Transportation Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Transportation Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Transportation Program Manager in Delaware is $151,004 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,544
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,937 to $169,083
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,040

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Transportation Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$169,083	$14,090	$3,252	$81
Average	$151,004	$12,584	$2,904	$73
25th Percentile	$137,937	$11,495	$2,653	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Transportation Program Manager Salaries

A Transportation 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 Transportation Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Transportation 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): $144,864
Early Career (1-2 years): $145,441
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,403
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,750
Expert (over 8 years): $149,675

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Transportation Program Manager	$144,864
Intermediate Level Transportation Program Manager	$145,441
Senior Level Transportation Program Manager	$146,403
Specialist Level Transportation Program Manager	$147,750
Expert Level Transportation Program Manager	$149,675

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

District of Columbia: $165,095.
California: $164,468.
Massachusetts: $162,276.

District of Columbia $165,095 California $164,468 Massachusetts $162,276 Washington $161,680 New Jersey $161,620 Alaska $161,412 Connecticut $159,354 New York $158,519

Hawaii $155,850 Rhode Island $154,597 Maryland $153,747 Minnesota $152,584 Colorado $152,137 Illinois $151,988 Oregon $151,421 Delaware $151,004

New Hampshire $150,741 Virginia $150,154 Pennsylvania $148,439 Nevada $147,574 North Dakota $147,291 Michigan $146,844 Wisconsin $146,680 Vermont $146,351

Texas $145,442 Maine $145,382 Arizona $145,293 Ohio $145,188 Georgia $143,817 Indiana $143,131 Wyoming $142,996 Utah $142,788

Iowa $142,698 Kansas $141,983 Louisiana $141,774 North Carolina $141,699 Missouri $141,669 Florida $141,088 Montana $140,775 Nebraska $140,477

Kentucky $140,313 South Carolina $139,716 Tennessee $139,343 Idaho $139,194 New Mexico $138,106 Oklahoma $137,867 Alabama $136,987 South Dakota $135,511

Arkansas $134,706 West Virginia $134,274 Mississippi $132,976

Top Paying Cities for Transportation 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: $150,324
Little Creek: $151,424
Magnolia: $151,206

Lincoln, DE $150,324 Little Creek, DE $151,424 Magnolia, DE $151,206 Milford, DE $150,705 Marydel, DE $150,953 Millsboro, DE $149,693 Millville, DE $149,924 Milton, DE $150,184

Nassau, DE $150,292 Ocean View, DE $149,899 Rehoboth Beach, DE $150,187 Seaford, DE $150,272 Selbyville, DE $149,650 Smyrna, DE $151,529 Viola, DE $150,831 Woodside, DE $151,236

Bear, DE $150,887 Newark, DE $150,831 Claymont, DE $151,139 Delaware City, DE $150,981 Hockessin, DE $150,817 Kirkwood, DE $150,953 Middletown, DE $151,011 Montchanin, DE $150,852

New Castle, DE $150,874 Odessa, DE $151,086 Port Penn, DE $151,187 Rockland, DE $150,867 Saint Georges, DE $150,963 Townsend, DE $151,196 Winterthur, DE $150,884 Lewes, DE $150,242

Wilmington, DE $150,825 Dover, DE $151,424 Dover Afb, DE $150,626 Bethany Beach, DE $149,741 Bethel, DE $149,896 Bridgeville, DE $150,249 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,998 Cheswold, DE $151,375

Clayton, DE $151,379 Dagsboro, DE $149,636 Delmar, DE $149,396 Ellendale, DE $149,850 Felton, DE $150,694 Fenwick Island, DE $149,669 Frankford, DE $149,408 Frederica, DE $150,843

Georgetown, DE $149,580 Greenwood, DE $150,273 Harbeson, DE $149,739 Harrington, DE $150,503 Hartly, DE $150,971 Houston, DE $150,288 Kenton, DE $151,387 Laurel, DE $149,490

Yorklyn, DE $150,862

Transportation Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Transportation Program Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 68% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Transportation Program Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Transportation Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Transportation Program Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$196,305	$94.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$188,755	$91.0	25%
Financial Services	$181,204	$87.0	20%
Internet	$175,164	$84.0	16%
Biotechnology	$173,654	$83.0	15%

Transportation Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Transportation 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 July 01, 2026

$137,937

Average $151,004/year

$169,083

$11,495

Average $12,584/month

$14,090

$2,653

Average $2,904/week

$3,252

$66

Average $73/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$169,083	$14,090	$3,252	$81
Average	$151,004	$12,584	$2,904	$73
25th Percentile	$137,937	$11,495	$2,653	$66

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