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

A Program Management's salary grows with experience: starting around $129,505 for beginners, reaching about $131,014 at mid-level, and approach $135,519 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Management?

Program Management salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Management roles are District of Columbia $144,129, California $143,582, Massachusetts $141,668. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Management roles make?

Salaries for Program Management level roles vary by specialization: VP of Engineering Program Management: $242,260; Engineering Program Management Director: $210,036; Director of Program Management: $185,575; Director, Program Management: $185,404; Engineering Program Management Manager: $143,984.

Program Management Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Management make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Management in Delaware is $131,827 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,213
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,465 to $143,022
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,852

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Program Management Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,022	$11,918	$2,750	$69
Average	$131,827	$10,986	$2,535	$63
25th Percentile	$123,465	$10,289	$2,374	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Program Management Salaries

A Program Management'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 Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Management'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): $129,505
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,853
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,014
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,408
Expert (over 8 years): $135,519

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Management	$129,505
Intermediate Level Program Management	$129,853
Senior Level Program Management	$131,014
Specialist Level Program Management	$132,408
Expert Level Program Management	$135,519

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

District of Columbia: $144,129.
California: $143,582.
Massachusetts: $141,668.

District of Columbia $144,129 California $143,582 Massachusetts $141,668 Washington $141,148 New Jersey $141,096 Alaska $140,913 Connecticut $139,117 New York $138,388

Hawaii $136,058 Rhode Island $134,964 Maryland $134,222 Minnesota $133,207 Colorado $132,817 Illinois $132,686 Oregon $132,192 Delaware $131,827

New Hampshire $131,598 Virginia $131,085 Pennsylvania $129,588 Nevada $128,833 North Dakota $128,586 Michigan $128,195 Wisconsin $128,052 Vermont $127,766

Texas $126,972 Maine $126,920 Arizona $126,842 Ohio $126,750 Georgia $125,553 Indiana $124,954 Wyoming $124,837 Utah $124,655

Iowa $124,577 Kansas $123,952 Louisiana $123,769 North Carolina $123,704 Missouri $123,678 Florida $123,171 Montana $122,897 Nebraska $122,637

Kentucky $122,494 South Carolina $121,973 Tennessee $121,648 Idaho $121,517 New Mexico $120,567 Oklahoma $120,359 Alabama $119,591 South Dakota $118,302

Arkansas $117,599 West Virginia $117,222 Mississippi $116,089

Top Paying Cities for Program Managements

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: $136,435
Little Creek: $135,173
Magnolia: $135,732

Lincoln, DE $136,435 Little Creek, DE $135,173 Magnolia, DE $135,732 Milford, DE $136,435 Marydel, DE $134,665 Millsboro, DE $136,435 Millville, DE $137,347 Milton, DE $136,435

Nassau, DE $136,435 Ocean View, DE $137,347 Rehoboth Beach, DE $137,347 Seaford, DE $135,003 Selbyville, DE $137,347 Smyrna, DE $134,509 Viola, DE $135,732 Woodside, DE $135,342

Bear, DE $133,519 Newark, DE $133,572 Claymont, DE $133,676 Delaware City, DE $133,572 Hockessin, DE $133,676 Kirkwood, DE $133,572 Middletown, DE $134,235 Montchanin, DE $133,676

New Castle, DE $133,676 Odessa, DE $134,418 Port Penn, DE $133,207 Rockland, DE $133,676 Saint Georges, DE $133,572 Townsend, DE $134,222 Winterthur, DE $133,676 Lewes, DE $136,435

Wilmington, DE $133,676 Dover, DE $135,108 Dover Afb, DE $135,420 Bethany Beach, DE $137,347 Bethel, DE $135,003 Bridgeville, DE $136,435 Camden Wyoming, DE $135,251 Cheswold, DE $134,795

Clayton, DE $134,457 Dagsboro, DE $137,347 Delmar, DE $135,003 Ellendale, DE $136,435 Felton, DE $136,435 Fenwick Island, DE $137,347 Frankford, DE $137,347 Frederica, DE $136,435

Georgetown, DE $136,435 Greenwood, DE $136,435 Harbeson, DE $136,435 Harrington, DE $136,435 Hartly, DE $134,392 Houston, DE $136,435 Kenton, DE $134,457 Laurel, DE $135,003

Yorklyn, DE $133,676

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

Understanding how a Program Management'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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$123,465

Average $131,827/year

$143,022

$10,289

Average $10,986/month

$11,918

$2,374

Average $2,535/week

$2,750

$59

Average $63/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,022	$11,918	$2,750	$69
Average	$131,827	$10,986	$2,535	$63
25th Percentile	$123,465	$10,289	$2,374	$59

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