What are the main factors that influence an Aviation 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 An Aviation Program Manager's salary?

An Aviation Program Manager's salary grows with experience: a Lead Flight Trainer (7-10 years)earns $164,246, a Flight Operations Supervisor (10+ years)earns $133,183, a Flight Operations Manager (10+ years)earns $169,710, a Aviation Program Manager (10+ years)earns $202,185, a Flight Operations Director (10+ years)earns $250,704,

What are the highest paying states for an Aviation Program Manager?

Aviation Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aviation Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $222,233, California $221,390, Massachusetts $218,439. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Aviation Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Aviation Project Manager: $193,596; Aviation Quality Manager: $190,207; Aviation Safety Manager: $189,954; Aviation Operations Manager: $165,100; Aviation Engineering Manager: $158,700.

Aviation Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aviation Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aviation Program Manager in Delaware is $203,265 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $98.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $231,342
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $178,898 to $217,961
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $156,712

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Aviation Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$217,961	$18,163	$4,192	$105
Average	$203,265	$16,939	$3,909	$98
25th Percentile	$178,898	$14,908	$3,440	$86

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Key Factors That Influence Aviation Program Manager Salaries

An Aviation 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 Aviation Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aviation 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): $164,246
Early Career (1-2 years): $133,183
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $169,710
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $202,185
Expert (over 8 years): $250,704

Levels	Salary
Lead Flig... Level Aviation Program Manager	$164,246
Flight Op... Level Aviation Program Manager	$133,183
Flight Op... Level Aviation Program Manager	$169,710
Aviation ... Level Aviation Program Manager	$202,185
Flight Op... Level Aviation Program Manager	$250,704

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

District of Columbia: $222,233.
California: $221,390.
Massachusetts: $218,439.

District of Columbia $222,233 California $221,390 Massachusetts $218,439 Washington $217,636 New Jersey $217,556 Alaska $217,275 Connecticut $214,505 New York $213,381

Hawaii $209,788 Rhode Island $208,102 Maryland $206,958 Minnesota $205,393 Colorado $204,791 Illinois $204,590 Oregon $203,827 Delaware $203,265

New Hampshire $202,912 Virginia $202,121 Pennsylvania $199,813 Nevada $198,649 North Dakota $198,267 Michigan $197,665 Wisconsin $197,444 Vermont $197,003

Texas $195,778 Maine $195,698 Arizona $195,578 Ohio $195,437 Georgia $193,591 Indiana $192,667 Wyoming $192,487 Utah $192,206

Iowa $192,085 Kansas $191,122 Louisiana $190,841 North Carolina $190,740 Missouri $190,700 Florida $189,917 Montana $189,496 Nebraska $189,095

Kentucky $188,874 South Carolina $188,071 Tennessee $187,569 Idaho $187,368 New Mexico $185,903 Oklahoma $185,582 Alabama $184,398 South Dakota $182,411

Arkansas $181,327 West Virginia $180,745 Mississippi $178,999

Top Paying Cities for Aviation 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: $202,350
Little Creek: $203,831
Magnolia: $203,538

Lincoln, DE $202,350 Little Creek, DE $203,831 Magnolia, DE $203,538 Milford, DE $202,864 Marydel, DE $203,197 Millsboro, DE $201,501 Millville, DE $201,812 Milton, DE $202,161

Nassau, DE $202,308 Ocean View, DE $201,778 Rehoboth Beach, DE $202,165 Seaford, DE $202,280 Selbyville, DE $201,443 Smyrna, DE $203,972 Viola, DE $203,032 Woodside, DE $203,578

Bear, DE $203,109 Newark, DE $203,032 Claymont, DE $203,448 Delaware City, DE $203,235 Hockessin, DE $203,014 Kirkwood, DE $203,197 Middletown, DE $203,275 Montchanin, DE $203,060

New Castle, DE $203,090 Odessa, DE $203,375 Port Penn, DE $203,512 Rockland, DE $203,080 Saint Georges, DE $203,211 Townsend, DE $203,524 Winterthur, DE $203,105 Lewes, DE $202,239

Wilmington, DE $203,024 Dover, DE $203,831 Dover Afb, DE $202,757 Bethany Beach, DE $201,565 Bethel, DE $201,774 Bridgeville, DE $202,249 Camden Wyoming, DE $203,257 Cheswold, DE $203,765

Clayton, DE $203,771 Dagsboro, DE $201,425 Delmar, DE $201,101 Ellendale, DE $201,712 Felton, DE $202,848 Fenwick Island, DE $201,469 Frankford, DE $201,117 Frederica, DE $203,048

Georgetown, DE $201,348 Greenwood, DE $202,282 Harbeson, DE $201,563 Harrington, DE $202,591 Hartly, DE $203,221 Houston, DE $202,302 Kenton, DE $203,781 Laurel, DE $201,228

Yorklyn, DE $203,074

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

Understanding how an Aviation 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.

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$178,898

Average $203,265/year

$217,961

$14,908

Average $16,939/month

$18,163

$3,440

Average $3,909/week

$4,192

$86

Average $98/hour

$105

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$217,961	$18,163	$4,192	$105
Average	$203,265	$16,939	$3,909	$98
25th Percentile	$178,898	$14,908	$3,440	$86

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