What are the main factors that influence a Chief Program Officer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Chief Program Officer's salary?

A Chief Program Officer's salary grows with experience: a Non-Profit Program Manager I (7+ years)earns $85,143, a Non-Profit Program Manager II (7+ years)earns $95,449, a Non-Profit Program Associate Director (7+ years)earns $121,465, a Chief Program Officer (7+ years)earns $165,557, a CEO - Non-Profit Organization (7+ years)earns $246,237,

What are the highest paying states for a Chief Program Officer?

Chief Program Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Chief Program Officer roles are District of Columbia $182,509, California $181,816, Massachusetts $179,393. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Chief Program Officer roles make?

Salaries for Chief Program Officer level roles vary by specialization: Chief Enterprise Infrastructure Officer: $435,993; Chief Academic Officer - MD: $432,890; Chief Academic Officer - Healthcare: $432,858; Chief Marketing Officer: $373,508; Chief Sales Program Executive: $340,070.

Chief Program Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Chief Program Officer make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Chief Program Officer in Delaware is $166,931 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $202,652
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,018 to $185,629
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,799

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Chief Program Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,629	$15,469	$3,570	$89
Average	$166,931	$13,911	$3,210	$80
25th Percentile	$148,018	$12,335	$2,847	$71

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Key Factors That Influence Chief Program Officer Salaries

A Chief Program Officer'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 Chief Program Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Chief Program Officer'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): $85,143
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,449
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,465
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $165,557
Expert (over 8 years): $246,237

Levels	Salary
Non-Profi... Level Chief Program Officer	$85,143
Non-Profi... Level Chief Program Officer	$95,449
Non-Profi... Level Chief Program Officer	$121,465
Chief Pro... Level Chief Program Officer	$165,557
CEO - Non... Level Chief Program Officer	$246,237

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How Do Chief Program Officer 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 Chief Program Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $182,509.
California: $181,816.
Massachusetts: $179,393.

District of Columbia $182,509 California $181,816 Massachusetts $179,393 Washington $178,734 New Jersey $178,668 Alaska $178,437 Connecticut $176,162 New York $175,239

Hawaii $172,289 Rhode Island $170,904 Maryland $169,964 Minnesota $168,679 Colorado $168,184 Illinois $168,019 Oregon $167,393 Delaware $166,931

New Hampshire $166,641 Virginia $165,992 Pennsylvania $164,096 Nevada $163,140 North Dakota $162,827 Michigan $162,332 Wisconsin $162,151 Vermont $161,788

Texas $160,783 Maine $160,717 Arizona $160,618 Ohio $160,503 Georgia $158,986 Indiana $158,228 Wyoming $158,080 Utah $157,849

Iowa $157,750 Kansas $156,959 Louisiana $156,728 North Carolina $156,646 Missouri $156,613 Florida $155,970 Montana $155,624 Nebraska $155,294

Kentucky $155,113 South Carolina $154,453 Tennessee $154,041 Idaho $153,876 New Mexico $152,673 Oklahoma $152,409 Alabama $151,437 South Dakota $149,805

Arkansas $148,915 West Virginia $148,437 Mississippi $147,003

Top Paying Cities for Chief Program Officers

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: $172,767
Little Creek: $171,168
Magnolia: $171,877

Lincoln, DE $172,767 Little Creek, DE $171,168 Magnolia, DE $171,877 Milford, DE $172,767 Marydel, DE $170,525 Millsboro, DE $172,767 Millville, DE $173,921 Milton, DE $172,767

Nassau, DE $172,767 Ocean View, DE $173,921 Rehoboth Beach, DE $173,921 Seaford, DE $170,953 Selbyville, DE $173,921 Smyrna, DE $170,327 Viola, DE $171,877 Woodside, DE $171,382

Bear, DE $169,074 Newark, DE $169,140 Claymont, DE $169,272 Delaware City, DE $169,140 Hockessin, DE $169,272 Kirkwood, DE $169,140 Middletown, DE $169,981 Montchanin, DE $169,272

New Castle, DE $169,272 Odessa, DE $170,212 Port Penn, DE $168,679 Rockland, DE $169,272 Saint Georges, DE $169,140 Townsend, DE $169,964 Winterthur, DE $169,272 Lewes, DE $172,767

Wilmington, DE $169,272 Dover, DE $171,085 Dover Afb, DE $171,481 Bethany Beach, DE $173,921 Bethel, DE $170,953 Bridgeville, DE $172,767 Camden Wyoming, DE $171,267 Cheswold, DE $170,690

Clayton, DE $170,261 Dagsboro, DE $173,921 Delmar, DE $170,953 Ellendale, DE $172,767 Felton, DE $172,767 Fenwick Island, DE $173,921 Frankford, DE $173,921 Frederica, DE $172,767

Georgetown, DE $172,767 Greenwood, DE $172,767 Harbeson, DE $172,767 Harrington, DE $172,767 Hartly, DE $170,179 Houston, DE $172,767 Kenton, DE $170,261 Laurel, DE $170,953

Yorklyn, DE $169,272

Chief Program Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Chief Program Officer'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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$148,018

Average $166,931/year

$185,629

$12,335

Average $13,911/month

$15,469

$2,847

Average $3,210/week

$3,570

$71

Average $80/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,629	$15,469	$3,570	$89
Average	$166,931	$13,911	$3,210	$80
25th Percentile	$148,018	$12,335	$2,847	$71

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