Infection Prevention Program Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Infection Prevention Program Director make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Infection Prevention Program Director in the United States is $172,190 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

However, an Infection Prevention Program Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $219,569
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $164,290 to $196,990
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $157,097
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Infection Prevention Program Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $196,990 $16,416 $3,788 $95
Average $172,190 $14,349 $3,311 $83
25th Percentile $164,290 $13,691 $3,159 $79
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Key Factors That Influence Infection Prevention Program Director Salaries

An Infection Prevention Program 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 Infection Prevention Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Infection Prevention Program 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $167,356
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $168,063
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $169,006
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $170,421
  • Expert (over 8 years): $172,190
Levels Salary
Entry Level Infection Prevention Program Director$167,356
Intermediate Level Infection Prevention Program Director$168,063
Senior Level Infection Prevention Program Director$169,006
Specialist Level Infection Prevention Program Director$170,421
Expert Level Infection Prevention Program Director$172,190
$167,356 0 yr
$168,063 < 2 yrs
$169,006 2-4 yrs
$170,421 5-8 yrs
$172,190 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Infection Prevention Program 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:

  • San Jose: $217,190
  • San Francisco: $215,090
  • Oakland: $210,290

Infection Prevention Program Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Infection Prevention Program 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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