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 $145,461 for beginners, reaching about $147,015 at mid-level, and approach $150,319 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 $159,291, California $158,686, Massachusetts $156,572. 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: Operations Program Manager: $146,445; Program Administrative Manager: $143,900; Technical Program Manager: $142,573; Scrum Program Manager: $142,320; Assistant Program Manager: $141,773.

Program Manager Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Program Manager make in Hawaii?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Program Manager in Hawaii is $150,342 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,475
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,308 to $168,208
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,441

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Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,208	$14,017	$3,235	$81
Average	$150,342	$12,529	$2,891	$72
25th Percentile	$137,308	$11,442	$2,641	$66

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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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Manager	$145,461
Intermediate Level Program Manager	$146,044
Senior Level Program Manager	$147,015
Specialist Level Program Manager	$148,376
Expert Level Program Manager	$150,319

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: $159,291.
California: $158,686.
Massachusetts: $156,572.

District of Columbia $159,291 California $158,686 Massachusetts $156,572 Washington $155,996 New Jersey $155,939 Alaska $155,737 Connecticut $153,752 New York $152,946

Hawaii $150,371 Rhode Island $149,162 Maryland $148,342 Minnesota $147,220 Colorado $146,789 Illinois $146,645 Oregon $146,098 Delaware $145,695

New Hampshire $145,442 Virginia $144,875 Pennsylvania $143,221 Nevada $142,386 North Dakota $142,113 Michigan $141,681 Wisconsin $141,523 Vermont $141,206

Texas $140,329 Maine $140,271 Arizona $140,185 Ohio $140,084 Georgia $138,761 Indiana $138,099 Wyoming $137,969 Utah $137,768

Iowa $137,682 Kansas $136,991 Louisiana $136,790 North Carolina $136,718 Missouri $136,689 Florida $136,128 Montana $135,826 Nebraska $135,538

Kentucky $135,380 South Carolina $134,804 Tennessee $134,445 Idaho $134,301 New Mexico $133,251 Oklahoma $133,020 Alabama $132,172 South Dakota $130,747

Arkansas $129,970 West Virginia $129,553 Mississippi $128,301

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:

Aiea: $149,608
Anahola: $148,601
Captain Cook: $148,601

Aiea, HI $149,608 Anahola, HI $148,601 Captain Cook, HI $148,601 Eleele, HI $148,601 Ewa Beach, HI $149,608 Kapolei, HI $149,277 Haiku, HI $148,601 Hakalau, HI $148,601

Haleiwa, HI $148,601 Hana, HI $148,601 Hanalei, HI $148,601 Hanamaulu, HI $148,601 Hanapepe, HI $148,601 Hauula, HI $148,932 Hawaii National Park, HI $148,601 Hawi, HI $148,601

Hilo, HI $148,601 Princeville, HI $148,601 Holualoa, HI $148,601 Honaunau, HI $148,601 Honokaa, HI $148,601 Honomu, HI $148,601 Hoolehua, HI $148,601 Kaaawa, HI $149,206

Kahuku, HI $148,601 Kahului, HI $148,601 Kailua, HI $149,608 Ocean View, HI $148,601 Waikoloa, HI $148,601 Keauhou, HI $148,601 Kailua Kona, HI $148,601 Kalaheo, HI $148,601

Kalaupapa, HI $148,601 Kamuela, HI $148,601 Kaneohe, HI $149,608 Kapaa, HI $148,601 Kaumakani, HI $148,601 Kaunakakai, HI $148,601 Keaau, HI $148,601 Kealakekua, HI $148,601

Kealia, HI $148,601 Kekaha, HI $148,601 Kihei, HI $148,601 Kilauea, HI $148,601 Kapaau, HI $148,601 Koloa, HI $148,601 Kualapuu, HI $148,601 Kunia, HI $149,134

Kurtistown, HI $148,601 Lahaina, HI $148,601 Laie, HI $148,731 Lanai City, HI $148,601 Laupahoehoe, HI $148,601 Lawai, HI $148,601 Lihue, HI $148,601 Makawao, HI $148,601

Makaweli, HI $148,601 Maunaloa, HI $148,601 Mountain View, HI $148,601 Naalehu, HI $148,601 Ninole, HI $148,601 Ookala, HI $148,601 Paauilo, HI $148,601 Pahala, HI $148,601

Pahoa, HI $148,601 Paia, HI $148,601 Papaaloa, HI $148,601 Papaikou, HI $148,601 Pearl City, HI $149,608 Pepeekeo, HI $148,601 Puunene, HI $148,601 Volcano, HI $148,601

Wahiawa, HI $149,134 Pukalani, HI $148,601 Mililani, HI $149,335 Kula, HI $148,601 Waialua, HI $148,601 Waianae, HI $148,731 Wailuku, HI $148,601 Waimanalo, HI $149,608

Waimea, HI $148,601 Waipahu, HI $149,536 Honolulu, HI $149,608 J B P H H, HI $149,608 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $149,206 Schofield Barracks, HI $149,076 Fort Shafter, HI $149,608 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $149,608

Camp H M Smith, HI $149,608 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $149,536 Wake Island, HI $149,608

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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$137,308

Average $150,342/year

$168,208

$11,442

Average $12,529/month

$14,017

$2,641

Average $2,891/week

$3,235

$66

Average $72/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,208	$14,017	$3,235	$81
Average	$150,342	$12,529	$2,891	$72
25th Percentile	$137,308	$11,442	$2,641	$66

Program Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Program Manager

Manufacturing Project Management Senior Manager

Engineering Program Management Senior Manager

Project Management Director

Project Controls Senior Manager

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	$158,960	6%
Engineering Program Management Senior Manager	$185,631	23%
Project Management Director	$178,850	19%
Project Controls Senior Manager	$186,133	24%

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