As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Program Manager in Charleston, WV is $85,456, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,643 weekly, or $7,121 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Research Program Manager in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Research Program Manager in Charleston, WV vary widely, spanning from $69,114 to $99,042. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,902) and 75th percentile ($92,568), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,042 per year. This $15,666 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Charleston Research Program Manager often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Charleston currently ranks 735 statewide for Research Program Manager job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Research Program Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $69,114 Charleston, WV April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $76,902 Charleston, WV April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $85,456 Charleston, WV April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $92,568 Charleston, WV April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $99,042 Charleston, WV April 01, 2026
25% $76,902 10% $69,114 90% $99,042 75% $92,568 $85,456 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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