Agency Program Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Agency Program Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Agency Program Manager in the United States is $78,459 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,950
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,631 to $85,521
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,503
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Agency Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $85,521 $7,127 $1,645 $41
Average $78,459 $6,538 $1,509 $38
25th Percentile $70,631 $5,886 $1,358 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Agency Program Manager Salaries

An Agency 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Agency Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Agency 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): $52,885
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $65,569
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,988
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $224,960
  • Expert (over 8 years): $277,963
Levels Salary
Assistant... Level Agency Program Manager$52,885
Assistant... Level Agency Program Manager$65,569
Agency Pr... Level Agency Program Manager$76,988
Regional ... Level Agency Program Manager$224,960
VP of Bra... Level Agency Program Manager$277,963
$52,885 0 yr
$65,569 < 2 yrs
$76,988 2-4 yrs
$224,960 5-8 yrs
$277,963 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $86,870.
  • California: $86,540.
  • Massachusetts: $85,387.

Top Paying Cities for Agency 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:

  • San Jose: $98,961
  • San Francisco: $97,877
  • Oakland: $95,814

What Skills Can Increase an Agency Program Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 11.98% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Customer Relationship (Mentioned in 1.51% Job Postings): Customer relations is the company-wide process of nurturing positive relationships with your customers . It helps you connect with your customers on a much more personal level and create a sense of mutual understanding with them.
  • Customer Sales (Mentioned in 1.15% Job Postings): Customer Sales means sales of Goods by Licensee directly or through its authorized wholesalers, representatives or distributors to retail establishments for eventual resale to the consumer.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 11.98%
Customer Relationship 1.51%
Customer Sales 1.15%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Agency Program Manager's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Customer Satisfaction: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$80,028
2%
Accountability
$80,028
2%
Customer Satisfaction
$80,028
2%
Customer Sales
$80,028
2%
Customer Contact
$79,244
1%
Motivating
$79,244
1%
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Agency Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Agency Program Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Agency Program Manager positions in Business Services or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Agency Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Agency Program Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$101,997$49.030%

How Education impacts an Agency Program Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Agency Program Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Agency Program Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $71,121 and $75,376).

Agency Program Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Agency Program Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 21.8%
Associates 10.4%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 17.1%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Agency Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Agency 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Agency Program Manager

Salaries for an Agency Program Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $85,750 in 2023 to around $85,372 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Agency Program Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Agency Program Manager Over Time

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2023
$85,750
2024
$85,833
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$85,372
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2024 $85,833
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  • Eliassen Group

    Columbus, OH

    Eliassen Group | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Hybrid 2 days on site in Columbus, OH. . Our client seeks a Program Manager to support the Settlement Suppor... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities

    Columbus, OH

    Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Position Summary. The Program Manager, Early Childhood Education plays a central role in supporting the day-to-day succes... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Columbus Partnership

    Columbus, OH

    Columbus Partnership | Columbus, OH

    About the Columbus Partnership. The Columbus Partnership is a nonprofit organization of CEOs from Columbus’ leading businesses and institutions. Through ou... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Total Aviation Staffing, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Total Aviation Staffing, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Total Aviation Staffing is hiring a. Program Manager – Helicopters. for our client, a leading aviation and aerospace serv... more

    6 Days Ago

  • ComResource

    Columbus, OH

    ComResource | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. ComResource is looking for a Lead Technical Program Manager. Responsibilities. Establish project plans that set the goal ... more

    6 Days Ago

  • NetJets &amp; EJM

    Columbus, OH

    NetJets &amp; EJM | Columbus, OH

    Join the NetJets TeamNetJets, the global private aviation leader for more than 60 years, provides the pinnacle of private travel, defined by a signature co... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Agency Program Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Agency Program Manager?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Agency Program Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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