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      How much does Program Manager Manager make?

      Total pay range
      $106K - $161K/yr
      $130K/yrMedian total pay
      Pay breakdown
      $84K - $120K/yrBase pay
      $22K - $41K/yrAdditional pay
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      Last updated Apr 10, 202594.2K Salaries submitted
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      What is the pay outlook for Product & Project Management?
      Product and project management roles help companies operate efficiently, run programs and develop new products. Organization and communication skills are important for product and project managers. Experience and specialization within specific markets or products can help job seekers stand out. Additionally, product and project management roles are very diverse, so data, design or market research skills can help open up more opportunities.
      Program Manager salary in US
      A Program Manager salary range in US can vary based on important factors such as education, skills, certifications, and years of experience. A Program Manager in US can expect to see an entry level salary range of $55,932 to $123,404 per year, based on 49 salary contributions. At the highest seniority level, an experienced Program Manager in US can make a salary range of $111,557 to $227,777 with at least 8 years of experience, based on 11 salary contributions. The top 3 companies in US where a Program Manager gets the highest compensation are Raytheon Missiles & Defense, Wells Fargo & Company and Novartis AG. Bigger companies typically pay 33.95% more than smaller companies for a Program Manager.

      Total pay trajectory

      Program Manager Manager
      $106K–$161K/yr
      Deputy Program Manager
      $119K–$179K/yr
      Assistant Director of Program Management
      $110K–$178K/yr

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      Frequently asked questions about Program Manager salaries

      • The average salary for Program Manager is $129,879 per year or $62 per hour, with top earners making up to $194,643 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $106,157 (25th percentile) to $161,189 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 94204 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Program Manager employees.
      • The highest salary for Program Manager is $161,189 per year, $13,432 per month or $77 per hour.
      • The lowest salary for Program Manager is $106,157 per year, $8,846 per month or $51 per hour.
      • The salary trajectory of Program Manager ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $91,680 per year (estimate) and goes up to $220,609 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
      • Program managers salaries vary widely with experience, education, geography, industry and firm. This pay range reflects the varying career backgrounds of program managers as well as the range of sectors in which they find employment. Candidates with an extensive background in engineering or business, or a graduate degree in a related field, generally receive higher salaries. Pay is expected to grow over the next decade, as the digital transformation pushes new firms to develop complex programs which benefit from skilled oversight.
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      • According to Glassdoor's anonymous salary poll, 70% of program managers are satisfied with how much they make. Through bonuses, overtime pay, and profit sharing offered by employers, program managers can potentially earn an additional $29,203.59 yearly.
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      How much a program manager makes is often based on level of experience. The average program manager salary sits around $93,243.25, with the high being $198,649.95 and the low being $76,813.17. To figure out what your current earning potential is based on your experience, check out where you are on your program manager career path.
      Learn more about negotiating salaries from thousands of other real professionals
      If you are interested in working your way up in your program manager career, considering further education is a good course of action. Advanced degrees in communications, management, or business administration may be beneficial to program managers seeking to earn more money from their career. Specialized certifications from the Project Management Institute or other organizations can also help program managers stand out to employers and command higher salaries. Additionally,industries such as information technology may offer higher salaries than other sectors. To qualify to work in these areas, program managers typically need several years of experience in project management.
      Whether you are looking for a new job or looking to stay where you are, negotiating to increase your salary as a program manager is an important skill. The best practices for negotiating for a higher salary include being prepared to show the value you add to the company, show how you have grown in your roles, and show external initiative you've taken to better yourself. For example, if you have pursued certification or have mentored an up-and-comer in your company, these are important talking points that will help you illustrate your value to your employer. These tactics will also work for job interviews as well.

      Recent salaries shared by Program Manager Manager

      50 salaries

      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Location
      Date submitted
      Job Title | Years of Experience
      Location
      Date submitted
      Total Pay
      Base • Additional pay
      Program Manager
      |
      1-3 years
      $44K/yr
      ($44K • $0)
      Waco, TX

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $44K/yr
      $44K • $0
      Program Manager
      |
      1-3 years
      $92K - $107K/yr
      Detroit, MI

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $92K - $107K/yr
      Program Manager
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      1-3 years
      $43K/yr
      ($43K • $0)
      Burlington, VT

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $43K/yr
      $43K • $0
      Program Manager
      |
      7-9 years
      $65K/yr
      ($65K • $0)
      Norman, OK

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $65K/yr
      $65K • $0
      Program Manager
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      1-3 years
      $284K - $330K/yr
      Los Angeles, CA

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $284K - $330K/yr
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      Program Manager
      |
      1-3 years
      $71K/yr
      ($71K • $0)
      Tempe, AZ

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $71K/yr
      $71K • $0
      Program Manager
      |
      4-6 years
      $95K/yr
      ($95K • $0)
      Washington, DC

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $95K/yr
      $95K • $0
      Program Manager
      |
      15+ years
      $214K - $247K/yr
      Houston, TX

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $214K - $247K/yr
      Program Manager
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      1-3 years
      $95K/yr
      ($95K • $0)
      Cincinnati, OH

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $95K/yr
      $95K • $0
      Program Manager
      |
      7-9 years
      $129K - $151K/yr
      Bellevue, WA

      submitted on Jun 1, 2025

      $129K - $151K/yr
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