What are the main factors that influence an Aerospace 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 An Aerospace Program Manager's salary?

An Aerospace Program Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $143,319 for beginners, reaching about $144,851 at mid-level, and approach $148,106 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Aerospace Program Manager?

Aerospace Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aerospace Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $159,559, California $158,953, Massachusetts $156,835. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Aerospace Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Aerospace Engineer V: $161,864; Aerospace Engineer IV: $140,130; Aerospace Sales Manager: $126,391; Aerospace Manager: $126,252; Aerospace Engineering Manager: $121,642.

Aerospace Program Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aerospace Program Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Aerospace Program Manager in Delaware is $146,272 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,392
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,699 to $162,561
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,342

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Aerospace Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,561	$13,547	$3,126	$78
Average	$146,272	$12,189	$2,813	$70
25th Percentile	$132,699	$11,058	$2,552	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Aerospace Program Manager Salaries

An Aerospace 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 Aerospace Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aerospace 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): $143,319
Early Career (1-2 years): $143,894
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $144,851
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,191
Expert (over 8 years): $148,106

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Aerospace Program Manager	$143,319
Intermediate Level Aerospace Program Manager	$143,894
Senior Level Aerospace Program Manager	$144,851
Specialist Level Aerospace Program Manager	$146,191
Expert Level Aerospace Program Manager	$148,106

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

District of Columbia: $159,559.
California: $158,953.
Massachusetts: $156,835.

District of Columbia $159,559 California $158,953 Massachusetts $156,835 Washington $156,259 New Jersey $156,201 Alaska $155,999 Connecticut $154,010 New York $153,203

Hawaii $150,624 Rhode Island $149,413 Maryland $148,592 Minnesota $147,468 Colorado $147,036 Illinois $146,891 Oregon $146,344 Delaware $145,940

New Hampshire $145,687 Virginia $145,119 Pennsylvania $143,462 Nevada $142,626 North Dakota $142,352 Michigan $141,920 Wisconsin $141,761 Vermont $141,444

Texas $140,565 Maine $140,507 Arizona $140,421 Ohio $140,320 Georgia $138,994 Indiana $138,331 Wyoming $138,202 Utah $138,000

Iowa $137,913 Kansas $137,222 Louisiana $137,020 North Carolina $136,948 Missouri $136,919 Florida $136,357 Montana $136,054 Nebraska $135,766

Kentucky $135,608 South Carolina $135,031 Tennessee $134,671 Idaho $134,527 New Mexico $133,475 Oklahoma $133,244 Alabama $132,394 South Dakota $130,967

Arkansas $130,189 West Virginia $129,771 Mississippi $128,517

Top Paying Cities for Aerospace 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: $151,042
Little Creek: $149,644
Magnolia: $150,264

Lincoln, DE $151,042 Little Creek, DE $149,644 Magnolia, DE $150,264 Milford, DE $151,042 Marydel, DE $149,082 Millsboro, DE $151,042 Millville, DE $152,051 Milton, DE $151,042

Nassau, DE $151,042 Ocean View, DE $152,051 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,051 Seaford, DE $149,457 Selbyville, DE $152,051 Smyrna, DE $148,909 Viola, DE $150,264 Woodside, DE $149,831

Bear, DE $147,814 Newark, DE $147,871 Claymont, DE $147,987 Delaware City, DE $147,871 Hockessin, DE $147,987 Kirkwood, DE $147,871 Middletown, DE $148,606 Montchanin, DE $147,987

New Castle, DE $147,987 Odessa, DE $148,808 Port Penn, DE $147,468 Rockland, DE $147,987 Saint Georges, DE $147,871 Townsend, DE $148,592 Winterthur, DE $147,987 Lewes, DE $151,042

Wilmington, DE $147,987 Dover, DE $149,572 Dover Afb, DE $149,918 Bethany Beach, DE $152,051 Bethel, DE $149,457 Bridgeville, DE $151,042 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,730 Cheswold, DE $149,226

Clayton, DE $148,851 Dagsboro, DE $152,051 Delmar, DE $149,457 Ellendale, DE $151,042 Felton, DE $151,042 Fenwick Island, DE $152,051 Frankford, DE $152,051 Frederica, DE $151,042

Georgetown, DE $151,042 Greenwood, DE $151,042 Harbeson, DE $151,042 Harrington, DE $151,042 Hartly, DE $148,779 Houston, DE $151,042 Kenton, DE $148,851 Laurel, DE $149,457

Yorklyn, DE $147,987

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

Understanding how an Aerospace 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

$132,699

Average $146,272/year

$162,561

$11,058

Average $12,189/month

$13,547

$2,552

Average $2,813/week

$3,126

$64

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,561	$13,547	$3,126	$78
Average	$146,272	$12,189	$2,813	$70
25th Percentile	$132,699	$11,058	$2,552	$64

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