What are the main factors that influence a Staff 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 Staff Program Manager?

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

How does experience change A Staff Program Manager's salary?

A Staff Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $138,853 for beginners, reaching about $140,329 at mid-level, and approach $143,464 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Staff Program Manager?

Staff Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $158,244, California $157,644, Massachusetts $155,543. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Staff Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Management Manager: $144,017; Program Administrative Manager: $144,000; Program Manager: $143,954; Scrum Program Manager: $142,329; Staff Technical Program Manager: $142,223.

Staff Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Program Manager in Delaware is $144,738 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,847
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,213 to $162,068
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,810

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Staff Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,068	$13,506	$3,117	$78
Average	$144,738	$12,062	$2,783	$70
25th Percentile	$132,213	$11,018	$2,543	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Program Manager Salaries

A Staff 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 Staff Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff 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): $138,853
Early Career (1-2 years): $139,406
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,329
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,620
Expert (over 8 years): $143,464

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Staff Program Manager	$138,853
Intermediate Level Staff Program Manager	$139,406
Senior Level Staff Program Manager	$140,329
Specialist Level Staff Program Manager	$141,620
Expert Level Staff Program Manager	$143,464

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

District of Columbia: $158,244.
California: $157,644.
Massachusetts: $155,543.

District of Columbia $158,244 California $157,644 Massachusetts $155,543 Washington $154,971 New Jersey $154,914 Alaska $154,714 Connecticut $152,742 New York $151,941

Hawaii $149,383 Rhode Island $148,183 Maryland $147,368 Minnesota $146,253 Colorado $145,824 Illinois $145,681 Oregon $145,138 Delaware $144,738

New Hampshire $144,487 Virginia $143,923 Pennsylvania $142,280 Nevada $141,451 North Dakota $141,179 Michigan $140,751 Wisconsin $140,593 Vermont $140,279

Texas $139,407 Maine $139,350 Arizona $139,264 Ohio $139,164 Georgia $137,849 Indiana $137,192 Wyoming $137,063 Utah $136,863

Iowa $136,777 Kansas $136,091 Louisiana $135,891 North Carolina $135,820 Missouri $135,791 Florida $135,234 Montana $134,934 Nebraska $134,648

Kentucky $134,491 South Carolina $133,919 Tennessee $133,562 Idaho $133,419 New Mexico $132,375 Oklahoma $132,147 Alabama $131,303 South Dakota $129,888

Arkansas $129,117 West Virginia $128,702 Mississippi $127,459

Top Paying Cities for Staff 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: $144,086
Little Creek: $145,141
Magnolia: $144,932

Lincoln, DE $144,086 Little Creek, DE $145,141 Magnolia, DE $144,932 Milford, DE $144,452 Marydel, DE $144,690 Millsboro, DE $143,482 Millville, DE $143,703 Milton, DE $143,952

Nassau, DE $144,056 Ocean View, DE $143,679 Rehoboth Beach, DE $143,955 Seaford, DE $144,036 Selbyville, DE $143,440 Smyrna, DE $145,241 Viola, DE $144,572 Woodside, DE $144,961

Bear, DE $144,627 Newark, DE $144,572 Claymont, DE $144,868 Delaware City, DE $144,717 Hockessin, DE $144,559 Kirkwood, DE $144,690 Middletown, DE $144,745 Montchanin, DE $144,592

New Castle, DE $144,614 Odessa, DE $144,817 Port Penn, DE $144,914 Rockland, DE $144,607 Saint Georges, DE $144,700 Townsend, DE $144,922 Winterthur, DE $144,624 Lewes, DE $144,008

Wilmington, DE $144,567 Dover, DE $145,141 Dover Afb, DE $144,377 Bethany Beach, DE $143,528 Bethel, DE $143,676 Bridgeville, DE $144,015 Camden Wyoming, DE $144,732 Cheswold, DE $145,094

Clayton, DE $145,098 Dagsboro, DE $143,428 Delmar, DE $143,197 Ellendale, DE $143,632 Felton, DE $144,441 Fenwick Island, DE $143,459 Frankford, DE $143,209 Frederica, DE $144,584

Georgetown, DE $143,373 Greenwood, DE $144,038 Harbeson, DE $143,526 Harrington, DE $144,258 Hartly, DE $144,707 Houston, DE $144,052 Kenton, DE $145,105 Laurel, DE $143,287

Yorklyn, DE $144,602

Staff Program Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Staff 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, Staff Program Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Staff Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Staff Program Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$188,160	$90.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$180,923	$87.0	25%
Financial Services	$173,686	$84.0	20%
Internet	$167,896	$81.0	16%
Biotechnology	$166,449	$80.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Staff 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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$132,213

Average $144,738/year

$162,068

$11,018

Average $12,062/month

$13,506

$2,543

Average $2,783/week

$3,117

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,068	$13,506	$3,117	$78
Average	$144,738	$12,062	$2,783	$70
25th Percentile	$132,213	$11,018	$2,543	$64

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