What are the main factors that influence a Program Lead'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 Program Lead?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Program Lead roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Program Lead's salary?

A Program Lead's salary grows with experience: starting around $111,009 for beginners, reaching about $112,993 at mid-level, and approach $119,741 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Lead?

Program Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Lead roles are District of Columbia $127,616, California $127,132, Massachusetts $125,437. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Lead roles make?

Salaries for Program Lead level roles vary by specialization: Policy Governance Program Lead: $143,548; Lead Program Manager: $142,444; Program Management Lead: $141,024; Manufacturing Program Manager IV: $129,900; Engineering Program Manager IV: $129,871.

Program Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Lead make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Lead in Delaware is $116,724 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,322
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,867 to $126,982
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,161

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Program Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,982	$10,582	$2,442	$61
Average	$116,724	$9,727	$2,245	$56
25th Percentile	$103,867	$8,656	$1,997	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Program Lead Salaries

A Program Lead'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 Program Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Lead'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): $111,009
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,604
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,993
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,723
Expert (over 8 years): $119,741

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Lead	$111,009
Intermediate Level Program Lead	$111,604
Senior Level Program Lead	$112,993
Specialist Level Program Lead	$116,723
Expert Level Program Lead	$119,741

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

District of Columbia: $127,616.
California: $127,132.
Massachusetts: $125,437.

District of Columbia $127,616 California $127,132 Massachusetts $125,437 Washington $124,976 New Jersey $124,930 Alaska $124,769 Connecticut $123,178 New York $122,533

Hawaii $120,470 Rhode Island $119,502 Maryland $118,845 Minnesota $117,946 Colorado $117,600 Illinois $117,485 Oregon $117,047 Delaware $116,724

New Hampshire $116,521 Virginia $116,067 Pennsylvania $114,741 Nevada $114,073 North Dakota $113,854 Michigan $113,508 Wisconsin $113,381 Vermont $113,128

Texas $112,425 Maine $112,379 Arizona $112,309 Ohio $112,229 Georgia $111,168 Indiana $110,638 Wyoming $110,534 Utah $110,373

Iowa $110,304 Kansas $109,751 Louisiana $109,589 North Carolina $109,532 Missouri $109,509 Florida $109,059 Montana $108,817 Nebraska $108,586

Kentucky $108,460 South Carolina $107,999 Tennessee $107,710 Idaho $107,595 New Mexico $106,754 Oklahoma $106,569 Alabama $105,889 South Dakota $104,748

Arkansas $104,126 West Virginia $103,792 Mississippi $102,789

Top Paying Cities for Program Leads

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: $116,198
Little Creek: $117,049
Magnolia: $116,881

Lincoln, DE $116,198 Little Creek, DE $117,049 Magnolia, DE $116,881 Milford, DE $116,493 Marydel, DE $116,685 Millsboro, DE $115,711 Millville, DE $115,889 Milton, DE $116,090

Nassau, DE $116,174 Ocean View, DE $115,870 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,092 Seaford, DE $116,158 Selbyville, DE $115,677 Smyrna, DE $117,130 Viola, DE $116,590 Woodside, DE $116,904

Bear, DE $116,634 Newark, DE $116,590 Claymont, DE $116,829 Delaware City, DE $116,707 Hockessin, DE $116,580 Kirkwood, DE $116,685 Middletown, DE $116,730 Montchanin, DE $116,606

New Castle, DE $116,624 Odessa, DE $116,787 Port Penn, DE $116,866 Rockland, DE $116,618 Saint Georges, DE $116,693 Townsend, DE $116,872 Winterthur, DE $116,632 Lewes, DE $116,135

Wilmington, DE $116,585 Dover, DE $117,049 Dover Afb, DE $116,432 Bethany Beach, DE $115,748 Bethel, DE $115,867 Bridgeville, DE $116,141 Camden Wyoming, DE $116,719 Cheswold, DE $117,011

Clayton, DE $117,014 Dagsboro, DE $115,667 Delmar, DE $115,481 Ellendale, DE $115,832 Felton, DE $116,484 Fenwick Island, DE $115,692 Frankford, DE $115,491 Frederica, DE $116,599

Georgetown, DE $115,623 Greenwood, DE $116,159 Harbeson, DE $115,746 Harrington, DE $116,337 Hartly, DE $116,698 Houston, DE $116,171 Kenton, DE $117,020 Laurel, DE $115,554

Yorklyn, DE $116,614

Program Lead Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Program Lead roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Program Lead positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Program Lead as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Program Lead

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$140,069	$67.0	20%

Program Lead Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Lead'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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$103,867

Average $116,724/year

$126,982

$8,656

Average $9,727/month

$10,582

$1,997

Average $2,245/week

$2,442

$50

Average $56/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,982	$10,582	$2,442	$61
Average	$116,724	$9,727	$2,245	$56
25th Percentile	$103,867	$8,656	$1,997	$50

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