What are the main factors that influence a Digital Knowledge Management 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 Digital Knowledge Management Director?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Digital Knowledge Management Director roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

How does experience change A Digital Knowledge Management Director's salary?

A Digital Knowledge Management Director's salary grows with experience: a Digital Knowledge Management Director (0-0 years)earns $241,149, an SVP of Technology Innovation (0-0 years)earns $296,402, a CTO (0-0 years)earns $342,870,

What are the highest paying states for a Digital Knowledge Management Director?

Digital Knowledge Management Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Digital Knowledge Management Director roles are District of Columbia $241,150, California $240,240, Massachusetts $237,040. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Digital Knowledge Management Director roles make?

Salaries for Digital Knowledge Management Director level roles vary by specialization: Knowledge Management Director: $217,801; Knowledge Management & Learning Director: $217,791; Director Of Knowledge Management: $212,605; Digital Knowledge Management Manager, Sr.: $183,800; Knowledge Management Senior Manager: $183,774.

Digital Knowledge Management Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Digital Knowledge Management Director make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Digital Knowledge Management Director in District of Columbia is $241,150 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $116.

However, a Digital Knowledge Management Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $288,071
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $216,980 to $265,710
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $194,974

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Digital Knowledge Management Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$265,710	$22,143	$5,110	$128
Average	$241,150	$20,096	$4,638	$116
25th Percentile	$216,980	$18,082	$4,173	$104

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Key Factors That Influence Digital Knowledge Management Director Salaries

A Digital Knowledge Management 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 Digital Knowledge Management Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Digital Knowledge Management 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:

Digital Knowledge Management Director (0-0 years): $241,149
SVP of Technology Innovation (0-0 years): $296,402
CTO (0-0 years): $342,870

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Digital Knowledge Management Director	0-0 years	$241,149
SVP of Technology Innovation	0-0 years	$296,402
CTO	0-0 years	$342,870

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How Do Digital Knowledge Management 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 Digital Knowledge Management Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $241,150.
California: $240,240.
Massachusetts: $237,040.

District of Columbia $241,150 California $240,240 Massachusetts $237,040 Washington $236,170 New Jersey $236,080 Alaska $235,770 Connecticut $232,770 New York $231,550

Hawaii $227,650 Rhode Island $225,820 Maryland $224,580 Minnesota $222,880 Colorado $222,230 Illinois $222,010 Oregon $221,180 Delaware $220,570

New Hampshire $220,190 Virginia $219,330 Pennsylvania $216,830 Nevada $215,560 North Dakota $215,150 Michigan $214,500 Wisconsin $214,260 Vermont $213,780

Texas $212,450 Maine $212,360 Arizona $212,230 Ohio $212,080 Georgia $210,070 Indiana $209,070 Wyoming $208,880 Utah $208,570

Iowa $208,440 Kansas $207,400 Louisiana $207,090 North Carolina $206,980 Missouri $206,940 Florida $206,090 Montana $205,630 Nebraska $205,200

Kentucky $204,960 South Carolina $204,080 Tennessee $203,540 Idaho $203,320 New Mexico $201,730 Oklahoma $201,380 Alabama $200,100 South Dakota $197,940

Arkansas $196,770 West Virginia $196,130 Mississippi $194,240

Top Paying Cities for Digital Knowledge Management 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: $239,850
Washington: $239,850
Naval Anacost Annex: $239,840

Parcel Return Service, DC $239,850 Washington, DC $239,850 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $239,840 Washington Navy Yard, DC $239,850

Digital Knowledge Management Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Digital Knowledge Management Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $269,724. While startup companies pay approximate $228,106.

Digital Knowledge Management Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$228,106
Growth Stage	51~500	$241,258
Established	501~5000	$260,470
Enterprise	5000+	$269,724

Digital Knowledge Management Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Digital Knowledge Management Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 77% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Digital Knowledge Management Director positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Digital Knowledge Management Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Digital Knowledge Management Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$325,552	$157.0	35%
Internet	$289,380	$139.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$277,322	$133.0	15%
Financial Services	$277,322	$133.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$277,322	$133.0	15%

Digital Knowledge Management Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Digital Knowledge Management 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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$216,980

Average $241,150/year

$265,710

$18,082

Average $20,096/month

$22,143

$4,173

Average $4,638/week

$5,110

$104

Average $116/hour

$128

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$265,710	$22,143	$5,110	$128
Average	$241,150	$20,096	$4,638	$116
25th Percentile	$216,980	$18,082	$4,173	$104

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