Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical in the United States is $142,115 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,939
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,662 to $159,820
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,324
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Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $159,820 $13,318 $3,073 $77
Average $142,115 $11,843 $2,733 $68
25th Percentile $129,662 $10,805 $2,494 $62
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Salaries

An Assistant Program Manager, Clinical'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 Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical'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): $125,042
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $142,566
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,426
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $172,474
  • Expert (over 8 years): $187,463
Levels Salary
Program M... Level Assistant Program Manager, Clinical$125,042
Program M... Level Assistant Program Manager, Clinical$142,566
Assistant... Level Assistant Program Manager, Clinical$138,426
Program M... Level Assistant Program Manager, Clinical$172,474
Program M... Level Assistant Program Manager, Clinical$187,463
$125,042 0 yr
$142,566 < 2 yrs
$138,426 2-4 yrs
$172,474 5-8 yrs
$187,463 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Program Manager, Clinical 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 Assistant Program Manager, Clinicals. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $157,350.
  • California: $156,753.
  • Massachusetts: $154,664.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Program Manager, Clinicals

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: $179,250
  • San Francisco: $177,287
  • Oakland: $173,551

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 9.87% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • Business Development (Mentioned in 1.19% Job Postings): Business development entails tasks and processes to develop and implement growth opportunities within and between organizations. It is a subset of the fields of business, commerce and organizational theory. Business development is the creation of long-term value for an organization from customers, markets, and relationships. Business development can be taken to mean any activity by either a small or large organization, non-profit or for-profit enterprise which serves the purpose of ‘developing’ the business in some way. In addition, business development activities can be done internally or externally by a business development consultant. External business development can be facilitated through Planning Systems, which are put in place by governments to help small businesses. In addition, reputation building has also proven to help facilitate business development.
  • Change Management (Mentioned in 1.02% Job Postings): Change management (sometimes abbreviated as CM) is a collective term for all approaches to prepare , support and help individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. The most common change drivers include: technological evolution, process reviews, crisis, and consumer habit changes; pressure from new business entrants, acquisitions, mergers, and organizational restructuring. It includes methods that redirect or redefine the use of resources, business process, budget allocations, or other modes of operation that significantly change a company or organization. Organizational change management (OCM) considers the full organization and what needs to change, while change management may be used solely to refer to how people and teams are affected by such organizational transition. It deals with many different disciplines, from behavioral and social sciences to information technology and business solutions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 9.87%
Business Development 1.19%
Change Management 1.02%
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 Assistant Program Manager, Clinical's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Alignment: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
$150,642
6%
Alignment
$149,221
5%
Agile
$149,221
5%
Product Development
$149,221
5%
Change Management
$147,800
4%
Process Improvement
$147,800
4%
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Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Program Manager, Clinical roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Program Manager, Clinical positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Program Manager, Clinical as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$213,172$102.050%

How Education impacts an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Program Manager, Clinicals enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Assistant Program Manager, Clinical with a No Diploma is between $138,251 and $146,653).

Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Program Manager, Clinical
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.0%
High School 47.1%
Associates 51.0%
Bachelors 47.1%
Masters 51.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical'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 Assistant Program Manager, Clinical

Salaries for an Assistant Program Manager, Clinical can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $120,851 in 2023 to around $119,373 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Program Manager, Clinical salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Assistant Program Manager, Clinical Over Time

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$120,851
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$120,450
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$119,373
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FAQ about Assistant Program Manager, Clinical

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Program Manager, Clinical?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Program Manager, Clinical roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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