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

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

How does experience change A Program's salary?

A Program's salary grows with experience: a Human Resources Generalist IV (7+ years)earns $122,972, a Human Resources Supervisor (7+ years)earns $119,682, a Program (7+ years)earns $139,877, an Associate Human Resources Director (7+ years)earns $175,343, a Human Resources Director (7+ years)earns $196,650,

What are the highest paying states for a Program?

Program salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program roles are District of Columbia $143,778, California $143,232, Massachusetts $141,323. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program roles make?

Salaries for Program level roles vary by specialization: Program Manager: $143,921; Program Analyst: $142,862; Program Supervisor: $116,797; Program Evaluator: $93,018; Program Therapist: $68,902.

Program Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Program make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program in District of Columbia is $143,778 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,697
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,040 to $161,009
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,712

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Program Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,009	$13,417	$3,096	$77
Average	$143,778	$11,981	$2,765	$69
25th Percentile	$128,040	$10,670	$2,462	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Program Salaries

A Program'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 Program Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program'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): $122,972
Early Career (1-2 years): $119,682
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $139,877
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $175,343
Expert (over 8 years): $196,650

Levels	Salary
Human Res... Level Program	$122,972
Human Res... Level Program	$119,682
Program Level Program	$139,877
Associate... Level Program	$175,343
Human Res... Level Program	$196,650

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

District of Columbia: $143,778.
California: $143,232.
Massachusetts: $141,323.

District of Columbia $143,778 California $143,232 Massachusetts $141,323 Washington $140,804 New Jersey $140,752 Alaska $140,570 Connecticut $138,778 New York $138,051

Hawaii $135,727 Rhode Island $134,636 Maryland $133,896 Minnesota $132,883 Colorado $132,493 Illinois $132,363 Oregon $131,870 Delaware $131,506

New Hampshire $131,278 Virginia $130,766 Pennsylvania $129,273 Nevada $128,519 North Dakota $128,273 Michigan $127,883 Wisconsin $127,740 Vermont $127,455

Texas $126,663 Maine $126,611 Arizona $126,533 Ohio $126,442 Georgia $125,247 Indiana $124,650 Wyoming $124,533 Utah $124,351

Iowa $124,273 Kansas $123,650 Louisiana $123,468 North Carolina $123,403 Missouri $123,377 Florida $122,871 Montana $122,598 Nebraska $122,338

Kentucky $122,195 South Carolina $121,676 Tennessee $121,351 Idaho $121,222 New Mexico $120,274 Oklahoma $120,066 Alabama $119,300 South Dakota $118,014

Arkansas $117,313 West Virginia $116,936 Mississippi $115,806

Top Paying Cities for Programs

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:

Parcel Return Service: $143,778
Washington: $143,778
Naval Anacost Annex: $143,778

Parcel Return Service, DC $143,778 Washington, DC $143,778 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $143,778 Washington Navy Yard, DC $143,778

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

Understanding how a Program'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 April 01, 2026

$128,040

Average $143,778/year

$161,009

$10,670

Average $11,981/month

$13,417

$2,462

Average $2,765/week

$3,096

$62

Average $69/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,009	$13,417	$3,096	$77
Average	$143,778	$11,981	$2,765	$69
25th Percentile	$128,040	$10,670	$2,462	$62

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