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

A Software Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $142,677 for beginners, reaching about $144,228 at mid-level, and approach $147,523 for experts.

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

Software Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Software Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $160,230, California $159,622, Massachusetts $157,494. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Software Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Manager VI: $199,656; Software Architect Senior Manager: $176,821; Software Manager: $169,826; Software Engineering Manager: $169,512; Software Architect Manager: $156,563.

Software Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Software Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Software Program Manager in Delaware is $146,554 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,442
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,597 to $162,722
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,890

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Software Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,722	$13,560	$3,129	$78
Average	$146,554	$12,213	$2,818	$70
25th Percentile	$132,597	$11,050	$2,550	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Software Program Manager Salaries

A Software 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 Software Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Software 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): $142,677
Early Career (1-2 years): $143,259
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $144,228
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,585
Expert (over 8 years): $147,523

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Software Program Manager	$142,677
Intermediate Level Software Program Manager	$143,259
Senior Level Software Program Manager	$144,228
Specialist Level Software Program Manager	$145,585
Expert Level Software Program Manager	$147,523

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

District of Columbia: $160,230.
California: $159,622.
Massachusetts: $157,494.

District of Columbia $160,230 California $159,622 Massachusetts $157,494 Washington $156,916 New Jersey $156,858 Alaska $156,655 Connecticut $154,658 New York $153,848

Hawaii $151,257 Rhode Island $150,042 Maryland $149,217 Minnesota $148,088 Colorado $147,654 Illinois $147,509 Oregon $146,959 Delaware $146,554

New Hampshire $146,299 Virginia $145,729 Pennsylvania $144,065 Nevada $143,225 North Dakota $142,950 Michigan $142,516 Wisconsin $142,357 Vermont $142,039

Texas $141,156 Maine $141,098 Arizona $141,011 Ohio $140,910 Georgia $139,579 Indiana $138,913 Wyoming $138,783 Utah $138,580

Iowa $138,493 Kansas $137,799 Louisiana $137,596 North Carolina $137,524 Missouri $137,495 Florida $136,930 Montana $136,626 Nebraska $136,337

Kentucky $136,178 South Carolina $135,599 Tennessee $135,237 Idaho $135,092 New Mexico $134,036 Oklahoma $133,804 Alabama $132,951 South Dakota $131,518

Arkansas $130,736 West Virginia $130,317 Mississippi $129,058

Top Paying Cities for Software 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: $151,677
Little Creek: $150,273
Magnolia: $150,895

Lincoln, DE $151,677 Little Creek, DE $150,273 Magnolia, DE $150,895 Milford, DE $151,677 Marydel, DE $149,709 Millsboro, DE $151,677 Millville, DE $152,690 Milton, DE $151,677

Nassau, DE $151,677 Ocean View, DE $152,690 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,690 Seaford, DE $150,085 Selbyville, DE $152,690 Smyrna, DE $149,535 Viola, DE $150,895 Woodside, DE $150,461

Bear, DE $148,435 Newark, DE $148,493 Claymont, DE $148,609 Delaware City, DE $148,493 Hockessin, DE $148,609 Kirkwood, DE $148,493 Middletown, DE $149,231 Montchanin, DE $148,609

New Castle, DE $148,609 Odessa, DE $149,434 Port Penn, DE $148,088 Rockland, DE $148,609 Saint Georges, DE $148,493 Townsend, DE $149,217 Winterthur, DE $148,609 Lewes, DE $151,677

Wilmington, DE $148,609 Dover, DE $150,201 Dover Afb, DE $150,548 Bethany Beach, DE $152,690 Bethel, DE $150,085 Bridgeville, DE $151,677 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,360 Cheswold, DE $149,853

Clayton, DE $149,477 Dagsboro, DE $152,690 Delmar, DE $150,085 Ellendale, DE $151,677 Felton, DE $151,677 Fenwick Island, DE $152,690 Frankford, DE $152,690 Frederica, DE $151,677

Georgetown, DE $151,677 Greenwood, DE $151,677 Harbeson, DE $151,677 Harrington, DE $151,677 Hartly, DE $149,405 Houston, DE $151,677 Kenton, DE $149,477 Laurel, DE $150,085

Yorklyn, DE $148,609

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

Understanding how a Software 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 January 01, 2026

$132,597

Average $146,554/year

$162,722

$11,050

Average $12,213/month

$13,560

$2,550

Average $2,818/week

$3,129

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,722	$13,560	$3,129	$78
Average	$146,554	$12,213	$2,818	$70
25th Percentile	$132,597	$11,050	$2,550	$64

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