What are the main factors that influence a Mental Health 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 Mental Health Program Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Mental Health Program Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mental Health Program Manager's salary?

A Mental Health Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $144,568 for beginners, reaching about $146,104 at mid-level, and approach $149,368 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Mental Health Program Manager?

Mental Health Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mental Health Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $164,757, California $164,132, Massachusetts $161,944. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mental Health Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Mental Health Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Mental Health Care Manager: $119,576; Mental Health Manager: $90,460; Mental Health Program Director: $86,102; Mental Health Case Manager: $77,000; Mental Health Program Coordinator: $67,549.

Mental Health Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mental Health Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mental Health Program Manager in Delaware is $150,695 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,166
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,654 to $168,738
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,782

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Mental Health Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,738	$14,062	$3,245	$81
Average	$150,695	$12,558	$2,898	$72
25th Percentile	$137,654	$11,471	$2,647	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Mental Health Program Manager Salaries

A Mental Health 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 Mental Health Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mental Health 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): $144,568
Early Career (1-2 years): $145,144
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,104
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,448
Expert (over 8 years): $149,368

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mental Health Program Manager	$144,568
Intermediate Level Mental Health Program Manager	$145,144
Senior Level Mental Health Program Manager	$146,104
Specialist Level Mental Health Program Manager	$147,448
Expert Level Mental Health Program Manager	$149,368

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

District of Columbia: $164,757.
California: $164,132.
Massachusetts: $161,944.

District of Columbia $164,757 California $164,132 Massachusetts $161,944 Washington $161,349 New Jersey $161,290 Alaska $161,081 Connecticut $159,028 New York $158,195

Hawaii $155,531 Rhode Island $154,281 Maryland $153,433 Minnesota $152,272 Colorado $151,826 Illinois $151,677 Oregon $151,111 Delaware $150,695

New Hampshire $150,433 Virginia $149,847 Pennsylvania $148,135 Nevada $147,272 North Dakota $146,990 Michigan $146,543 Wisconsin $146,379 Vermont $146,052

Texas $145,144 Maine $145,085 Arizona $144,996 Ohio $144,891 Georgia $143,522 Indiana $142,838 Wyoming $142,704 Utah $142,496

Iowa $142,406 Kansas $141,692 Louisiana $141,484 North Carolina $141,409 Missouri $141,380 Florida $140,799 Montana $140,487 Nebraska $140,189

Kentucky $140,026 South Carolina $139,430 Tennessee $139,058 Idaho $138,909 New Mexico $137,823 Oklahoma $137,585 Alabama $136,707 South Dakota $135,234

Arkansas $134,430 West Virginia $133,999 Mississippi $132,704

Top Paying Cities for Mental Health 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: $150,016
Little Creek: $151,114
Magnolia: $150,897

Lincoln, DE $150,016 Little Creek, DE $151,114 Magnolia, DE $150,897 Milford, DE $150,397 Marydel, DE $150,644 Millsboro, DE $149,387 Millville, DE $149,617 Milton, DE $149,876

Nassau, DE $149,985 Ocean View, DE $149,592 Rehoboth Beach, DE $149,879 Seaford, DE $149,964 Selbyville, DE $149,344 Smyrna, DE $151,219 Viola, DE $150,522 Woodside, DE $150,927

Bear, DE $150,579 Newark, DE $150,522 Claymont, DE $150,830 Delaware City, DE $150,673 Hockessin, DE $150,509 Kirkwood, DE $150,644 Middletown, DE $150,702 Montchanin, DE $150,543

New Castle, DE $150,565 Odessa, DE $150,777 Port Penn, DE $150,878 Rockland, DE $150,558 Saint Georges, DE $150,655 Townsend, DE $150,887 Winterthur, DE $150,576 Lewes, DE $149,934

Wilmington, DE $150,516 Dover, DE $151,114 Dover Afb, DE $150,318 Bethany Beach, DE $149,434 Bethel, DE $149,589 Bridgeville, DE $149,942 Camden Wyoming, DE $150,689 Cheswold, DE $151,065

Clayton, DE $151,070 Dagsboro, DE $149,330 Delmar, DE $149,091 Ellendale, DE $149,543 Felton, DE $150,385 Fenwick Island, DE $149,363 Frankford, DE $149,103 Frederica, DE $150,534

Georgetown, DE $149,274 Greenwood, DE $149,966 Harbeson, DE $149,433 Harrington, DE $150,195 Hartly, DE $150,662 Houston, DE $149,981 Kenton, DE $151,077 Laurel, DE $149,184

Yorklyn, DE $150,553

Mental Health Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mental Health Program Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 68% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Mental Health Program Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mental Health Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mental Health Program Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$195,903	$94.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$188,369	$91.0	25%
Financial Services	$180,834	$87.0	20%
Internet	$174,806	$84.0	16%
Biotechnology	$173,299	$83.0	15%

Mental Health Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mental Health 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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$137,654

Average $150,695/year

$168,738

$11,471

Average $12,558/month

$14,062

$2,647

Average $2,898/week

$3,245

$66

Average $72/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,738	$14,062	$3,245	$81
Average	$150,695	$12,558	$2,898	$72
25th Percentile	$137,654	$11,471	$2,647	$66

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