As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Program Manager in Dothan, AL is $81,717, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,571 weekly, or $6,810 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 Dothan, AL vary widely, spanning from $66,110 to $94,731. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,548) and 75th percentile ($88,529), while top earners (90th percentile) make $94,731 per year. This $14,981 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, Dothan Research Program Manager often earn 6.3% lower than national averages. However, Dothan currently ranks 797 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 $66,110 Dothan, AL March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $73,548 Dothan, AL March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $81,717 Dothan, AL March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $88,529 Dothan, AL March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Program Manager Salary $94,731 Dothan, AL March 01, 2026
25% $73,548 10% $66,110 90% $94,731 75% $88,529 $81,717 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Dothan, Alabama    Dothan /ˈdoʊθən/ is a city in Dale, Henry, and Houston counties in the U.S. state of Alabama. It is the county seat of Houston County and the seventh ....More

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