What are the main factors that influence a 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 A Program Manager's salary?

A Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $141,036 for beginners, reaching about $142,544 at mid-level, and approach $145,749 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Manager?

Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $159,349, California $158,745, Massachusetts $156,629. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Manager VI: $199,669; Engineering Program Manager V: $151,515; Engineering Program Management Manager: $143,984; Scrum Program Manager: $142,326; Engineering Program Manager IV: $129,877.

Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Manager in Delaware is $145,749 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $178,900
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,117 to $163,101
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,617

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Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,101	$13,592	$3,137	$78
Average	$145,749	$12,146	$2,803	$70
25th Percentile	$133,117	$11,093	$2,560	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Program Manager Salaries

A 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 Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a 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): $141,036
Early Career (1-2 years): $141,601
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,544
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,864
Expert (over 8 years): $145,749

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Manager	$141,036
Intermediate Level Program Manager	$141,601
Senior Level Program Manager	$142,544
Specialist Level Program Manager	$143,864
Expert Level Program Manager	$145,749

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

District of Columbia: $159,349.
California: $158,745.
Massachusetts: $156,629.

District of Columbia $159,349 California $158,745 Massachusetts $156,629 Washington $156,054 New Jersey $155,996 Alaska $155,794 Connecticut $153,808 New York $153,002

Hawaii $150,426 Rhode Island $149,217 Maryland $148,397 Minnesota $147,274 Colorado $146,843 Illinois $146,699 Oregon $146,152 Delaware $145,749

New Hampshire $145,495 Virginia $144,928 Pennsylvania $143,273 Nevada $142,439 North Dakota $142,165 Michigan $141,733 Wisconsin $141,575 Vermont $141,258

Texas $140,381 Maine $140,323 Arizona $140,237 Ohio $140,136 Georgia $138,812 Indiana $138,150 Wyoming $138,020 Utah $137,819

Iowa $137,732 Kansas $137,042 Louisiana $136,840 North Carolina $136,768 Missouri $136,739 Florida $136,178 Montana $135,876 Nebraska $135,588

Kentucky $135,430 South Carolina $134,854 Tennessee $134,494 Idaho $134,350 New Mexico $133,300 Oklahoma $133,069 Alabama $132,220 South Dakota $130,795

Arkansas $130,018 West Virginia $129,601 Mississippi $128,349

Top Paying Cities for 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: $150,844
Little Creek: $149,448
Magnolia: $150,066

Lincoln, DE $150,844 Little Creek, DE $149,448 Magnolia, DE $150,066 Milford, DE $150,844 Marydel, DE $148,886 Millsboro, DE $150,844 Millville, DE $151,851 Milton, DE $150,844

Nassau, DE $150,844 Ocean View, DE $151,851 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,851 Seaford, DE $149,260 Selbyville, DE $151,851 Smyrna, DE $148,714 Viola, DE $150,066 Woodside, DE $149,635

Bear, DE $147,620 Newark, DE $147,677 Claymont, DE $147,792 Delaware City, DE $147,677 Hockessin, DE $147,792 Kirkwood, DE $147,677 Middletown, DE $148,411 Montchanin, DE $147,792

New Castle, DE $147,792 Odessa, DE $148,613 Port Penn, DE $147,274 Rockland, DE $147,792 Saint Georges, DE $147,677 Townsend, DE $148,397 Winterthur, DE $147,792 Lewes, DE $150,844

Wilmington, DE $147,792 Dover, DE $149,376 Dover Afb, DE $149,721 Bethany Beach, DE $151,851 Bethel, DE $149,260 Bridgeville, DE $150,844 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,534 Cheswold, DE $149,030

Clayton, DE $148,656 Dagsboro, DE $151,851 Delmar, DE $149,260 Ellendale, DE $150,844 Felton, DE $150,844 Fenwick Island, DE $151,851 Frankford, DE $151,851 Frederica, DE $150,844

Georgetown, DE $150,844 Greenwood, DE $150,844 Harbeson, DE $150,844 Harrington, DE $150,844 Hartly, DE $148,584 Houston, DE $150,844 Kenton, DE $148,656 Laurel, DE $149,260

Yorklyn, DE $147,792

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

Understanding how a 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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$133,117

Average $145,749/year

$163,101

$11,093

Average $12,146/month

$13,592

$2,560

Average $2,803/week

$3,137

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,101	$13,592	$3,137	$78
Average	$145,749	$12,146	$2,803	$70
25th Percentile	$133,117	$11,093	$2,560	$64

Program Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Engineering Program Management Senior Manager

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Engineering Program Management Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Program Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Program Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Manufacturing Project Management Senior Manager	$153,987	6%
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager	$180,020	24%
Project Management Director	$173,416	19%
Project Controls Senior Manager	$180,507	24%

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