What are the main factors that influence a Program Management Office Director'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 Management Office Director's salary?

A Program Management Office Director's salary grows with experience: a Program Management Office Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $145,392, a Program Management Office Manager (10+ years)earns $141,013, a Program Management Office Manager, Sr. (10+ years)earns $175,562, a Program Management Office Director (10+ years)earns $190,969, a VP of Program Management Office (10+ years)earns $248,538,

What are the highest paying states for a Program Management Office Director?

Program Management Office Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Management Office Director roles are District of Columbia $208,316, California $207,526, Massachusetts $204,760. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Management Office Director roles make?

Salaries for Program Management Office Director level roles vary by specialization: Chief of Program Management Office: $244,900; Director of Program Management: $190,228; Program/Project Management Office (PMO) Director: $188,190; Program/Project Management Office (PMO) Senior Manager: $172,970; Program Management Office Manager, Sr.: $172,967.

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Program Management Office Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Management Office Director make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Program Management Office Director in Delaware is $190,969 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $218,256
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $177,875 to $205,252
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $165,953

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Program Management Office Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,252	$17,104	$3,947	$99
Average	$190,969	$15,914	$3,672	$92
25th Percentile	$177,875	$14,823	$3,421	$86

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Key Factors That Influence Program Management Office Director Salaries

A Program Management Office Director'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 Management Office Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Management Office Director'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:

Program Management Office Analyst V (7-10 years): $145,392
Program Management Office Manager (10+ years): $141,013
Program Management Office Manager, Sr. (10+ years): $175,562
Program Management Office Director (10+ years): $190,969
VP of Program Management Office (10+ years): $248,538

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Program Management Office Analyst V	7-10 years	$145,392
Program Management Office Manager	10+ years	$141,013
Program Management Office Manager, Sr.	10+ years	$175,562
Program Management Office Director	10+ years	$190,969
VP of Program Management Office	10+ years	$248,538

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How Do Program Management Office Director 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 Management Office Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $208,316.
California: $207,526.
Massachusetts: $204,760.

District of Columbia $208,316 California $207,526 Massachusetts $204,760 Washington $204,008 New Jersey $203,933 Alaska $203,669 Connecticut $201,073 New York $200,019

Hawaii $196,651 Rhode Island $195,071 Maryland $193,998 Minnesota $192,531 Colorado $191,966 Illinois $191,778 Oregon $191,063 Delaware $190,536

New Hampshire $190,205 Virginia $189,464 Pennsylvania $187,300 Nevada $186,209 North Dakota $185,852 Michigan $185,287 Wisconsin $185,080 Vermont $184,666

Texas $183,519 Maine $183,443 Arizona $183,330 Ohio $183,199 Georgia $181,468 Indiana $180,602 Wyoming $180,433 Utah $180,170

Iowa $180,057 Kansas $179,154 Louisiana $178,890 North Carolina $178,796 Missouri $178,758 Florida $178,025 Montana $177,630 Nebraska $177,253

Kentucky $177,046 South Carolina $176,294 Tennessee $175,823 Idaho $175,635 New Mexico $174,262 Oklahoma $173,961 Alabama $172,851 South Dakota $170,988

Arkansas $169,972 West Virginia $169,426 Mississippi $167,789

Top Paying Cities for Program Management Office Directors

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: $197,197
Little Creek: $195,372
Magnolia: $196,181

Lincoln, DE $197,197 Little Creek, DE $195,372 Magnolia, DE $196,181 Milford, DE $197,197 Marydel, DE $194,638 Millsboro, DE $197,197 Millville, DE $198,514 Milton, DE $197,197

Nassau, DE $197,197 Ocean View, DE $198,514 Rehoboth Beach, DE $198,514 Seaford, DE $195,127 Selbyville, DE $198,514 Smyrna, DE $194,412 Viola, DE $196,181 Woodside, DE $195,616

Bear, DE $192,982 Newark, DE $193,058 Claymont, DE $193,208 Delaware City, DE $193,058 Hockessin, DE $193,208 Kirkwood, DE $193,058 Middletown, DE $194,017 Montchanin, DE $193,208

New Castle, DE $193,208 Odessa, DE $194,281 Port Penn, DE $192,531 Rockland, DE $193,208 Saint Georges, DE $193,058 Townsend, DE $193,998 Winterthur, DE $193,208 Lewes, DE $197,197

Wilmington, DE $193,208 Dover, DE $195,278 Dover Afb, DE $195,729 Bethany Beach, DE $198,514 Bethel, DE $195,127 Bridgeville, DE $197,197 Camden Wyoming, DE $195,485 Cheswold, DE $194,826

Clayton, DE $194,337 Dagsboro, DE $198,514 Delmar, DE $195,127 Ellendale, DE $197,197 Felton, DE $197,197 Fenwick Island, DE $198,514 Frankford, DE $198,514 Frederica, DE $197,197

Georgetown, DE $197,197 Greenwood, DE $197,197 Harbeson, DE $197,197 Harrington, DE $197,197 Hartly, DE $194,243 Houston, DE $197,197 Kenton, DE $194,337 Laurel, DE $195,127

Yorklyn, DE $193,208

Program Management Office Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Management Office Director'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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$177,875

Average $190,969/year

$205,252

$14,823

Average $15,914/month

$17,104

$3,421

Average $3,672/week

$3,947

$86

Average $92/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$205,252	$17,104	$3,947	$99
Average	$190,969	$15,914	$3,672	$92
25th Percentile	$177,875	$14,823	$3,421	$86

Program Management Office Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Program Management Office Director, 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 Management Office Director Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
VP of Engineering Program Management	$245,788	29%
VP of Program Management Office	$248,538	30%

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