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

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Youth Program Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Youth Program Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Youth Program Manager's salary?

A Youth Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $80,367 for beginners, reaching about $81,676 at mid-level, and approach $84,074 for experts.

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

Youth Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Youth Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $90,730, California $90,385, Massachusetts $89,181. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Youth Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Youth Program Director: $162,881; Youth Development Manager: $117,640; Youth Program Leader: $111,721; Youth Case Manager: $88,156; Youth Programs Manager: $81,689.

Youth Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Youth Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Youth Program Manager in Delaware is $82,986 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,247
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,557 to $96,208
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,972

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Youth Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,208	$8,017	$1,850	$46
Average	$82,986	$6,915	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$73,557	$6,130	$1,415	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Youth Program Manager Salaries

A Youth 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 Youth Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Youth 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): $80,367
Early Career (1-2 years): $80,760
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,676
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $82,724
Expert (over 8 years): $84,074

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Youth Program Manager	$80,367
Intermediate Level Youth Program Manager	$80,760
Senior Level Youth Program Manager	$81,676
Specialist Level Youth Program Manager	$82,724
Expert Level Youth Program Manager	$84,074

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

District of Columbia: $90,730.
California: $90,385.
Massachusetts: $89,181.

District of Columbia $90,730 California $90,385 Massachusetts $89,181 Washington $88,853 New Jersey $88,820 Alaska $88,706 Connecticut $87,575 New York $87,116

Hawaii $85,649 Rhode Island $84,961 Maryland $84,494 Minnesota $83,854 Colorado $83,609 Illinois $83,527 Oregon $83,215 Delaware $82,986

New Hampshire $82,842 Virginia $82,519 Pennsylvania $81,576 Nevada $81,101 North Dakota $80,945 Michigan $80,700 Wisconsin $80,609 Vermont $80,429

Texas $79,929 Maine $79,896 Arizona $79,847 Ohio $79,790 Georgia $79,036 Indiana $78,659 Wyoming $78,585 Utah $78,471

Iowa $78,421 Kansas $78,028 Louisiana $77,913 North Carolina $77,872 Missouri $77,856 Florida $77,536 Montana $77,364 Nebraska $77,200

Kentucky $77,110 South Carolina $76,783 Tennessee $76,578 Idaho $76,496 New Mexico $75,898 Oklahoma $75,766 Alabama $75,283 South Dakota $74,472

Arkansas $74,029 West Virginia $73,792 Mississippi $73,079

Top Paying Cities for Youth 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: $82,612
Little Creek: $83,217
Magnolia: $83,097

Lincoln, DE $82,612 Little Creek, DE $83,217 Magnolia, DE $83,097 Milford, DE $82,822 Marydel, DE $82,958 Millsboro, DE $82,266 Millville, DE $82,393 Milton, DE $82,535

Nassau, DE $82,595 Ocean View, DE $82,379 Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,537 Seaford, DE $82,583 Selbyville, DE $82,242 Smyrna, DE $83,274 Viola, DE $82,891 Woodside, DE $83,114

Bear, DE $82,922 Newark, DE $82,891 Claymont, DE $83,060 Delaware City, DE $82,974 Hockessin, DE $82,883 Kirkwood, DE $82,958 Middletown, DE $82,990 Montchanin, DE $82,902

New Castle, DE $82,915 Odessa, DE $83,031 Port Penn, DE $83,087 Rockland, DE $82,910 Saint Georges, DE $82,964 Townsend, DE $83,092 Winterthur, DE $82,920 Lewes, DE $82,567

Wilmington, DE $82,887 Dover, DE $83,217 Dover Afb, DE $82,778 Bethany Beach, DE $82,292 Bethel, DE $82,377 Bridgeville, DE $82,571 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,983 Cheswold, DE $83,190

Clayton, DE $83,192 Dagsboro, DE $82,234 Delmar, DE $82,102 Ellendale, DE $82,352 Felton, DE $82,815 Fenwick Island, DE $82,252 Frankford, DE $82,109 Frederica, DE $82,897

Georgetown, DE $82,203 Greenwood, DE $82,584 Harbeson, DE $82,291 Harrington, DE $82,710 Hartly, DE $82,968 Houston, DE $82,592 Kenton, DE $83,196 Laurel, DE $82,154

Yorklyn, DE $82,908

Youth Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Youth Program Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Youth Program Manager positions in Edu., Government & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Youth Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Youth Program Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$99,583	$48.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Youth 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 July 01, 2026

$73,557

Average $82,986/year

$96,208

$6,130

Average $6,915/month

$8,017

$1,415

Average $1,596/week

$1,850

$35

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,208	$8,017	$1,850	$46
Average	$82,986	$6,915	$1,596	$40
25th Percentile	$73,557	$6,130	$1,415	$35

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