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Principal program manager salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Principal Program Manager make in the United States?

Average base salary

$164,395
Average $164,395
Low $108,024
High $250,184

The average salary for a principal program manager is $164,395 per year in the United States. 719 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 8, 2026).

Principal Program Manager job openings in United States

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Principal Program Manager, AI ...
T-Mobile3.7out of 5 stars.
Frisco, TX
$105,400 - $190,200 a year
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Principal Program Manager in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Arm
 
$289,100per year
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PlayStation
 
$276,100per year
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Roblox
 
$270,875per year
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Axon
 
$262,080per year
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NIKE
 
$246,750per year
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Actalent
 
$227,500per year
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Highest paying cities for Principal Program Managers near United States

  1. San Diego, CA
    $257,632 per year
  2. Seattle, WA
    $222,542 per year
  3. Redmond, WA
    $214,928 per year
  4. Colorado Springs, CO
    $213,347 per year
  5. Arlington, VA
    $190,225 per year

Where can a Principal Program Manager earn more?

Compare salaries for Principal Program Managers in different locations
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