What are the main factors that influence an Applications Programming Analysis Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Applications Programming Analysis Director's salary?

An Applications Programming Analysis Director's salary grows with experience: a Business Application Delivery Programmer VI (10-12 years)earns $195,220, an Applications Programming Analysis Supervisor (12+ years)earns $141,843, a Business Application Development Manager (12+ years)earns $155,934, an Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $183,124, a Applications Programming Analysis Director (12+ years)earns $216,106,

What are the highest paying states for an Applications Programming Analysis Director?

Applications Programming Analysis Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Applications Programming Analysis Director roles are District of Columbia $216,110, California $215,290, Massachusetts $212,420. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Applications Programming Analysis Director roles make?

Salaries for Applications Programming Analysis Director level roles vary by specialization: Applications Programming Director: $197,014; Enterprise Applications Programming Director: $189,420; Applications Programming Senior Manager: $176,819; Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager: $165,400; Applications Programming Project Manager: $151,800.

Applications Programming Analysis Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Applications Programming Analysis Director make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Programming Analysis Director in District of Columbia is $216,110 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $104.

However, an Applications Programming Analysis Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $230,572
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $201,300 to $223,680
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $187,816

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Applications Programming Analysis Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$223,680	$18,640	$4,302	$108
Average	$216,110	$18,009	$4,156	$104
25th Percentile	$201,300	$16,775	$3,871	$97

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Key Factors That Influence Applications Programming Analysis Director Salaries

An Applications Programming Analysis 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 Applications Programming Analysis Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications Programming Analysis 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:

Business Application Delivery Programmer VI (10-12 years): $195,220
Applications Programming Analysis Supervisor (12+ years): $141,843
Business Application Development Manager (12+ years): $155,934
Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager (12+ years): $183,124
Applications Programming Analysis Director (12+ years): $216,106

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Business Application Delivery Programmer VI	10-12 years	$195,220
Applications Programming Analysis Supervisor	12+ years	$141,843
Business Application Development Manager	12+ years	$155,934
Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager	12+ years	$183,124
Applications Programming Analysis Director	12+ years	$216,106

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How Do Applications Programming Analysis 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 Applications Programming Analysis Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $216,110.
California: $215,290.
Massachusetts: $212,420.

District of Columbia $216,110 California $215,290 Massachusetts $212,420 Washington $211,640 New Jersey $211,560 Alaska $211,290 Connecticut $208,600 New York $207,500

Hawaii $204,010 Rhode Island $202,370 Maryland $201,260 Minnesota $199,730 Colorado $199,150 Illinois $198,950 Oregon $198,210 Delaware $197,670

New Hampshire $197,320 Virginia $196,550 Pennsylvania $194,310 Nevada $193,180 North Dakota $192,810 Michigan $192,220 Wisconsin $192,010 Vermont $191,580

Texas $190,390 Maine $190,310 Arizona $190,190 Ohio $190,050 Georgia $188,260 Indiana $187,360 Wyoming $187,180 Utah $186,910

Iowa $186,790 Kansas $185,860 Louisiana $185,580 North Carolina $185,490 Missouri $185,450 Florida $184,690 Montana $184,280 Nebraska $183,890

Kentucky $183,670 South Carolina $182,890 Tennessee $182,400 Idaho $182,210 New Mexico $180,780 Oklahoma $180,470 Alabama $179,320 South Dakota $177,390

Arkansas $176,330 West Virginia $175,770 Mississippi $174,070

Top Paying Cities for Applications Programming Analysis 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:

Parcel Return Service: $214,940
Washington: $214,940
Naval Anacost Annex: $214,930

Parcel Return Service, DC $214,940 Washington, DC $214,940 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $214,930 Washington Navy Yard, DC $214,940

Applications Programming Analysis Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications Programming Analysis 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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$201,300

Average $216,110/year

$223,680

$16,775

Average $18,009/month

$18,640

$3,871

Average $4,156/week

$4,302

$97

Average $104/hour

$108

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$223,680	$18,640	$4,302	$108
Average	$216,110	$18,009	$4,156	$104
25th Percentile	$201,300	$16,775	$3,871	$97

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