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 $129,515 for beginners, reaching about $131,026 at mid-level, and approach $135,529 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 $144,142, California $143,595, Massachusetts $141,681. 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: $242,284; Engineering Program Management Director: $210,065; Director of Program Management: $185,582; Director, Program Management: $185,412; Engineering Program Management Manager: $143,995.

Program Management Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Management make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Management in Delaware is $131,839 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): $153,210
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,472 to $143,026
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,855

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Program Management Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,026	$11,919	$2,750	$69
Average	$131,839	$10,987	$2,535	$63
25th Percentile	$123,472	$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): $129,515
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,864
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,026
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,420
Expert (over 8 years): $135,529

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Management	$129,515
Intermediate Level Program Management	$129,864
Senior Level Program Management	$131,026
Specialist Level Program Management	$132,420
Expert Level Program Management	$135,529

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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: $144,142.
California: $143,595.
Massachusetts: $141,681.

District of Columbia $144,142 California $143,595 Massachusetts $141,681 Washington $141,161 New Jersey $141,109 Alaska $140,926 Connecticut $139,130 New York $138,401

Hawaii $136,070 Rhode Island $134,977 Maryland $134,235 Minnesota $133,219 Colorado $132,829 Illinois $132,699 Oregon $132,204 Delaware $131,839

New Hampshire $131,610 Virginia $131,097 Pennsylvania $129,600 Nevada $128,845 North Dakota $128,598 Michigan $128,207 Wisconsin $128,064 Vermont $127,778

Texas $126,983 Maine $126,931 Arizona $126,853 Ohio $126,762 Georgia $125,564 Indiana $124,966 Wyoming $124,848 Utah $124,666

Iowa $124,588 Kansas $123,963 Louisiana $123,781 North Carolina $123,716 Missouri $123,690 Florida $123,182 Montana $122,909 Nebraska $122,648

Kentucky $122,505 South Carolina $121,984 Tennessee $121,659 Idaho $121,529 New Mexico $120,578 Oklahoma $120,370 Alabama $119,602 South Dakota $118,313

Arkansas $117,610 West Virginia $117,232 Mississippi $116,100

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: $131,246
Little Creek: $132,206
Magnolia: $132,016

Lincoln, DE $131,246 Little Creek, DE $132,206 Magnolia, DE $132,016 Milford, DE $131,579 Marydel, DE $131,795 Millsboro, DE $130,695 Millville, DE $130,897 Milton, DE $131,123

Nassau, DE $131,218 Ocean View, DE $130,875 Rehoboth Beach, DE $131,126 Seaford, DE $131,200 Selbyville, DE $130,657 Smyrna, DE $132,298 Viola, DE $131,688 Woodside, DE $132,042

Bear, DE $131,738 Newark, DE $131,688 Claymont, DE $131,958 Delaware City, DE $131,820 Hockessin, DE $131,677 Kirkwood, DE $131,795 Middletown, DE $131,846 Montchanin, DE $131,707

New Castle, DE $131,726 Odessa, DE $131,911 Port Penn, DE $131,999 Rockland, DE $131,720 Saint Georges, DE $131,804 Townsend, DE $132,007 Winterthur, DE $131,735 Lewes, DE $131,174

Wilmington, DE $131,683 Dover, DE $132,206 Dover Afb, DE $131,510 Bethany Beach, DE $130,737 Bethel, DE $130,872 Bridgeville, DE $131,181 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,834 Cheswold, DE $132,164

Clayton, DE $132,167 Dagsboro, DE $130,646 Delmar, DE $130,436 Ellendale, DE $130,832 Felton, DE $131,569 Fenwick Island, DE $130,674 Frankford, DE $130,446 Frederica, DE $131,699

Georgetown, DE $130,596 Greenwood, DE $131,201 Harbeson, DE $130,735 Harrington, DE $131,402 Hartly, DE $131,811 Houston, DE $131,214 Kenton, DE $132,174 Laurel, DE $130,518

Yorklyn, DE $131,716

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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$123,472

Average $131,839/year

$143,026

$10,289

Average $10,987/month

$11,919

$2,374

Average $2,535/week

$2,750

$59

Average $63/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,026	$11,919	$2,750	$69
Average	$131,839	$10,987	$2,535	$63
25th Percentile	$123,472	$10,289	$2,374	$59

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