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

A Business Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $139,418 for beginners, reaching about $140,899 at mid-level, and approach $144,047 for experts.

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

Business Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Business Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $156,477, California $155,884, Massachusetts $153,806. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Business Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Manager VI: $199,681; Engineering Program Manager V: $151,503; Associate Business Program Manager: $150,583; Business Operations program Manager: $144,849; Engineering Program Management Manager: $144,017.

Business Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Business Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Program Manager in Delaware is $143,122 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,243
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,788 to $158,889
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,648

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Business Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,889	$13,241	$3,056	$76
Average	$143,122	$11,927	$2,752	$69
25th Percentile	$129,788	$10,816	$2,496	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Business Program Manager Salaries

A Business 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 Business Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business 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): $139,418
Early Career (1-2 years): $139,973
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,899
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,195
Expert (over 8 years): $144,047

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Business Program Manager	$139,418
Intermediate Level Business Program Manager	$139,973
Senior Level Business Program Manager	$140,899
Specialist Level Business Program Manager	$142,195
Expert Level Business Program Manager	$144,047

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

District of Columbia: $156,477.
California: $155,884.
Massachusetts: $153,806.

District of Columbia $156,477 California $155,884 Massachusetts $153,806 Washington $153,241 New Jersey $153,184 Alaska $152,986 Connecticut $151,036 New York $150,245

Hawaii $147,715 Rhode Island $146,528 Maryland $145,722 Minnesota $144,620 Colorado $144,196 Illinois $144,055 Oregon $143,518 Delaware $143,122

New Hampshire $142,873 Virginia $142,316 Pennsylvania $140,691 Nevada $139,871 North Dakota $139,603 Michigan $139,179 Wisconsin $139,023 Vermont $138,712

Texas $137,850 Maine $137,794 Arizona $137,709 Ohio $137,610 Georgia $136,310 Indiana $135,660 Wyoming $135,533 Utah $135,335

Iowa $135,250 Kansas $134,572 Louisiana $134,374 North Carolina $134,303 Missouri $134,275 Florida $133,724 Montana $133,427 Nebraska $133,144

Kentucky $132,989 South Carolina $132,423 Tennessee $132,070 Idaho $131,929 New Mexico $130,897 Oklahoma $130,671 Alabama $129,837 South Dakota $128,438

Arkansas $127,675 West Virginia $127,265 Mississippi $126,035

Top Paying Cities for Business 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: $142,477
Little Creek: $143,520
Magnolia: $143,314

Lincoln, DE $142,477 Little Creek, DE $143,520 Magnolia, DE $143,314 Milford, DE $142,839 Marydel, DE $143,074 Millsboro, DE $141,880 Millville, DE $142,099 Milton, DE $142,345

Nassau, DE $142,448 Ocean View, DE $142,075 Rehoboth Beach, DE $142,347 Seaford, DE $142,428 Selbyville, DE $141,839 Smyrna, DE $143,619 Viola, DE $142,958 Woodside, DE $143,342

Bear, DE $143,012 Newark, DE $142,958 Claymont, DE $143,250 Delaware City, DE $143,101 Hockessin, DE $142,945 Kirkwood, DE $143,074 Middletown, DE $143,129 Montchanin, DE $142,978

New Castle, DE $142,999 Odessa, DE $143,200 Port Penn, DE $143,296 Rockland, DE $142,992 Saint Georges, DE $143,084 Townsend, DE $143,304 Winterthur, DE $143,009 Lewes, DE $142,400

Wilmington, DE $142,952 Dover, DE $143,520 Dover Afb, DE $142,764 Bethany Beach, DE $141,925 Bethel, DE $142,072 Bridgeville, DE $142,407 Camden Wyoming, DE $143,116 Cheswold, DE $143,474

Clayton, DE $143,478 Dagsboro, DE $141,826 Delmar, DE $141,598 Ellendale, DE $142,028 Felton, DE $142,828 Fenwick Island, DE $141,857 Frankford, DE $141,610 Frederica, DE $142,969

Georgetown, DE $141,772 Greenwood, DE $142,429 Harbeson, DE $141,923 Harrington, DE $142,647 Hartly, DE $143,091 Houston, DE $142,443 Kenton, DE $143,485 Laurel, DE $141,687

Yorklyn, DE $142,988

Business Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business 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, Business Program Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Program Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$186,058	$89.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$178,902	$86.0	25%
Financial Services	$171,746	$83.0	20%
Internet	$166,021	$80.0	16%
Biotechnology	$164,590	$79.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Business 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.

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$129,788

Average $143,122/year

$158,889

$10,816

Average $11,927/month

$13,241

$2,496

Average $2,752/week

$3,056

$62

Average $69/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,889	$13,241	$3,056	$76
Average	$143,122	$11,927	$2,752	$69
25th Percentile	$129,788	$10,816	$2,496	$62

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