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

A Government Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $141,444 for beginners, reaching about $142,958 at mid-level, and approach $146,176 for experts.

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

Government Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Government Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $153,844, California $153,261, Massachusetts $151,218. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Government Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Government Procurement Compliance Manager: $162,800; Manager of Government Compliance: $162,710; Government Compliance Manager: $162,701; Government Relations Manager: $150,600; Government Affairs Manager: $150,509.

Government Program Manager Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Government Program Manager make in Hawaii?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Government Program Manager in Hawaii is $145,229 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,822
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $131,599 to $161,243
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,189

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Government Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,243	$13,437	$3,101	$78
Average	$145,229	$12,102	$2,793	$70
25th Percentile	$131,599	$10,967	$2,531	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Government Program Manager Salaries

A Government 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 Government Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Government 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): $141,444
Early Career (1-2 years): $142,012
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,958
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,283
Expert (over 8 years): $146,176

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Government Program Manager	$141,444
Intermediate Level Government Program Manager	$142,012
Senior Level Government Program Manager	$142,958
Specialist Level Government Program Manager	$144,283
Expert Level Government Program Manager	$146,176

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

District of Columbia: $153,844.
California: $153,261.
Massachusetts: $151,218.

District of Columbia $153,844 California $153,261 Massachusetts $151,218 Washington $150,662 New Jersey $150,607 Alaska $150,412 Connecticut $148,495 New York $147,717

Hawaii $145,229 Rhode Island $144,062 Maryland $143,270 Minnesota $142,187 Colorado $141,770 Illinois $141,631 Oregon $141,103 Delaware $140,714

New Hampshire $140,469 Virginia $139,922 Pennsylvania $138,324 Nevada $137,518 North Dakota $137,254 Michigan $136,837 Wisconsin $136,684 Vermont $136,378

Texas $135,531 Maine $135,475 Arizona $135,392 Ohio $135,295 Georgia $134,016 Indiana $133,377 Wyoming $133,252 Utah $133,058

Iowa $132,974 Kansas $132,307 Louisiana $132,113 North Carolina $132,043 Missouri $132,015 Florida $131,474 Montana $131,182 Nebraska $130,904

Kentucky $130,751 South Carolina $130,195 Tennessee $129,848 Idaho $129,709 New Mexico $128,695 Oklahoma $128,472 Alabama $127,652 South Dakota $126,277

Arkansas $125,527 West Virginia $125,124 Mississippi $123,915

Top Paying Cities for Government 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:

Aiea: $144,443
Anahola: $142,549
Captain Cook: $142,406

Aiea, HI $144,443 Anahola, HI $142,549 Captain Cook, HI $142,406 Eleele, HI $142,838 Ewa Beach, HI $144,315 Kapolei, HI $144,200 Haiku, HI $142,655 Hakalau, HI $142,335

Haleiwa, HI $143,922 Hana, HI $142,314 Hanalei, HI $142,363 Hanamaulu, HI $142,652 Hanapepe, HI $142,831 Hauula, HI $144,142 Hawaii National Park, HI $142,501 Hawi, HI $142,737

Hilo, HI $142,638 Princeville, HI $142,623 Holualoa, HI $142,463 Honaunau, HI $142,217 Honokaa, HI $142,400 Honomu, HI $142,624 Hoolehua, HI $142,217 Kaaawa, HI $144,189

Kahuku, HI $143,880 Kahului, HI $142,984 Kailua, HI $144,397 Ocean View, HI $142,581 Waikoloa, HI $142,567 Keauhou, HI $142,463 Kailua Kona, HI $142,635 Kalaheo, HI $142,667

Kalaupapa, HI $142,086 Kamuela, HI $142,473 Kaneohe, HI $144,367 Kapaa, HI $142,823 Kaumakani, HI $142,899 Kaunakakai, HI $142,387 Keaau, HI $142,735 Kealakekua, HI $142,660

Kealia, HI $142,709 Kekaha, HI $142,564 Kihei, HI $142,838 Kilauea, HI $142,626 Kapaau, HI $142,517 Koloa, HI $142,688 Kualapuu, HI $142,345 Kunia, HI $144,154

Kurtistown, HI $142,663 Lahaina, HI $142,691 Laie, HI $144,007 Lanai City, HI $142,345 Laupahoehoe, HI $142,703 Lawai, HI $142,899 Lihue, HI $142,652 Makawao, HI $142,765

Makaweli, HI $142,337 Maunaloa, HI $142,002 Mountain View, HI $142,588 Naalehu, HI $142,300 Ninole, HI $142,205 Ookala, HI $142,250 Paauilo, HI $142,424 Pahala, HI $142,339

Pahoa, HI $142,528 Paia, HI $142,698 Papaaloa, HI $142,723 Papaikou, HI $142,427 Pearl City, HI $144,339 Pepeekeo, HI $142,703 Puunene, HI $142,984 Volcano, HI $142,501

Wahiawa, HI $144,092 Pukalani, HI $142,765 Mililani, HI $144,265 Kula, HI $142,470 Waialua, HI $143,844 Waianae, HI $143,978 Wailuku, HI $142,762 Waimanalo, HI $144,369

Waimea, HI $142,887 Waipahu, HI $144,276 Honolulu, HI $144,493 J B P H H, HI $144,468 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $144,169 Schofield Barracks, HI $144,128 Fort Shafter, HI $144,493 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $144,493

Camp H M Smith, HI $144,461 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $144,321 Wake Island, HI $144,493

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

Understanding how a Government 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 June 01, 2026

$131,599

Average $145,229/year

$161,243

$10,967

Average $12,102/month

$13,437

$2,531

Average $2,793/week

$3,101

$63

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,243	$13,437	$3,101	$78
Average	$145,229	$12,102	$2,793	$70
25th Percentile	$131,599	$10,967	$2,531	$63

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