What are the main factors that influence a Database Development Director's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Database Development Director?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Database Development Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Database Development Director's salary?

A Database Development Director's salary grows with experience: a Database Development Supervisor (12+ years)earns $110,982, a Database Development Manager (12+ years)earns $141,649, a Database Development Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $184,477, a Database Development Director (12+ years)earns $201,921, a VP of Database Development (12+ years)earns $223,455,

What are the highest paying states for a Database Development Director?

Database Development Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Database Development Director roles are District of Columbia $220,800, California $220,000, Massachusetts $217,000. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Database Development Director roles make?

Salaries for Database Development Director level roles vary by specialization: VP of Database Development: $220,700; Database Planning Director: $199,390; Database Engineering Director: $199,389; Database Development Senior Manager: $182,190; Database Engineering Senior Manager: $182,164.

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Database Development Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Database Development Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Database Development Director in Delaware is $202,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $97.

However, a Database Development Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $232,949
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $186,500 to $218,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $172,388

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Database Development Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$218,200	$18,183	$4,196	$105
Average	$202,000	$16,833	$3,885	$97
25th Percentile	$186,500	$15,542	$3,587	$90

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Key Factors That Influence Database Development Director Salaries

A Database Development 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 Database Development Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Database Development 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:

Database Development Supervisor (12+ years): $110,982
Database Development Manager (12+ years): $141,649
Database Development Senior Manager (12+ years): $184,477
Database Development Director (12+ years): $201,921
VP of Database Development (12+ years): $223,455

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Database Development Supervisor	12+ years	$110,982
Database Development Manager	12+ years	$141,649
Database Development Senior Manager	12+ years	$184,477
Database Development Director	12+ years	$201,921
VP of Database Development	12+ years	$223,455

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How Do Database Development 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 Database Development Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $220,800.
California: $220,000.
Massachusetts: $217,000.

District of Columbia $220,800 California $220,000 Massachusetts $217,000 Washington $216,200 New Jersey $216,200 Alaska $215,900 Connecticut $213,100 New York $212,000

Hawaii $208,500 Rhode Island $206,800 Maryland $205,600 Minnesota $204,100 Colorado $203,500 Illinois $203,300 Oregon $202,500 Delaware $202,000

New Hampshire $201,600 Virginia $200,800 Pennsylvania $198,500 Nevada $197,400 North Dakota $197,000 Michigan $196,400 Wisconsin $196,200 Vermont $195,800

Maine $194,500 Texas $194,500 Arizona $194,300 Ohio $194,200 Georgia $192,400 Indiana $191,400 Wyoming $191,300 Utah $191,000

Iowa $190,900 Kansas $189,900 Louisiana $189,600 Missouri $189,500 North Carolina $189,500 Florida $188,700 Montana $188,300 Nebraska $187,900

Kentucky $187,700 South Carolina $186,900 Tennessee $186,400 Idaho $186,200 New Mexico $184,700 Oklahoma $184,400 Alabama $183,200 South Dakota $181,300

Arkansas $180,200 West Virginia $179,600 Mississippi $177,900

Top Paying Cities for Database Development 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:

Lincoln: $201,100
Little Creek: $202,500
Magnolia: $202,200

Lincoln, DE $201,100 Little Creek, DE $202,500 Magnolia, DE $202,200 Milford, DE $201,600 Marydel, DE $201,900 Millsboro, DE $200,200 Millville, DE $200,500 Milton, DE $200,900

Nassau, DE $201,000 Ocean View, DE $200,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $200,900 Seaford, DE $201,000 Selbyville, DE $200,200 Smyrna, DE $202,700 Viola, DE $201,700 Woodside, DE $202,300

Bear, DE $201,800 Newark, DE $201,700 Claymont, DE $202,200 Delaware City, DE $201,900 Hockessin, DE $201,700 Kirkwood, DE $201,900 Middletown, DE $202,000 Montchanin, DE $201,800

New Castle, DE $201,800 Odessa, DE $202,100 Port Penn, DE $202,200 Rockland, DE $201,800 Saint Georges, DE $201,900 Townsend, DE $202,200 Winterthur, DE $201,800 Lewes, DE $201,000

Wilmington, DE $201,700 Dover, DE $202,500 Dover Afb, DE $201,500 Bethany Beach, DE $200,300 Bethel, DE $200,500 Bridgeville, DE $201,000 Camden Wyoming, DE $202,000 Cheswold, DE $202,500

Clayton, DE $202,500 Dagsboro, DE $200,100 Delmar, DE $199,800 Ellendale, DE $200,400 Felton, DE $201,600 Fenwick Island, DE $200,200 Frankford, DE $199,800 Frederica, DE $201,800

Georgetown, DE $200,100 Greenwood, DE $201,000 Harbeson, DE $200,300 Harrington, DE $201,300 Hartly, DE $201,900 Houston, DE $201,000 Kenton, DE $202,500 Laurel, DE $199,900

Yorklyn, DE $201,800

Database Development Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Database Development Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $225,935. While startup companies pay approximate $191,074.

Database Development Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$191,074
Growth Stage	51~500	$202,090
Established	501~5000	$218,184
Enterprise	5000+	$225,935

Database Development Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Database Development Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Database Development Director positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Database Development Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Database Development Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$242,400	$117.0	20%

Database Development Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Database Development 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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$186,500

Average $202,000/year

$218,200

$15,542

Average $16,833/month

$18,183

$3,587

Average $3,885/week

$4,196

$90

Average $97/hour

$105

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$218,200	$18,183	$4,196	$105
Average	$202,000	$16,833	$3,885	$97
25th Percentile	$186,500	$15,542	$3,587	$90

Database Development Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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VP of Database Development

For a Database Development Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Database Development role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $223,500 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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