What are the main factors that influence a Information Systems (IS) 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 Information Systems (IS) Director?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Systems (IS) Director roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Information Systems (IS) Director's salary?

A Information Systems (IS) Director's salary grows with experience: an Information Systems (IS) Manager (5+ years)earns $150,340, an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $183,482, a Information Systems (IS) Director (5+ years)earns $226,894, a VP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years)earns $278,863, a SVP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years)earns $352,314,

What are the highest paying states for a Information Systems (IS) Director?

Information Systems (IS) Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Systems (IS) Director roles are District of Columbia $226,900, California $226,100, Massachusetts $223,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Systems (IS) Director roles make?

Salaries for Information Systems (IS) Director level roles vary by specialization: Director of Information Systems: $209,901; Information Systems Security Director: $208,863; Information Systems Operations Director: $205,916; Information Systems Auditing Director: $198,890; Clinical Information Systems Director: $172,600.

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Information Systems (IS) Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Information Systems (IS) Director make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Information Systems (IS) Director in District of Columbia is $226,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $109.

However, a Information Systems (IS) Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $256,512
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $207,300 to $242,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $189,455

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Information Systems (IS) Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$242,400	$20,200	$4,662	$117
Average	$226,900	$18,908	$4,363	$109
25th Percentile	$207,300	$17,275	$3,987	$100

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Key Factors That Influence Information Systems (IS) Director Salaries

A Information Systems (IS) 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 Information Systems (IS) Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Information Systems (IS) 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:

Information Systems (IS) Manager (5+ years): $150,340
Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager (5+ years): $183,482
Information Systems (IS) Director (5+ years): $226,894
VP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years): $278,863
SVP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years): $352,314

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Information Systems (IS) Manager	5+ years	$150,340
Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager	5+ years	$183,482
Information Systems (IS) Director	5+ years	$226,894
VP of Information Systems (IS)	5+ years	$278,863
SVP of Information Systems (IS)	5+ years	$352,314

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How Do Information Systems (IS) 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 Information Systems (IS) Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $226,900.
California: $226,100.
Massachusetts: $223,100.

District of Columbia $226,900 California $226,100 Massachusetts $223,100 Washington $222,300 New Jersey $222,200 Alaska $221,900 Connecticut $219,100 New York $217,900

Hawaii $214,200 Rhode Island $212,500 Maryland $211,300 Minnesota $209,800 Colorado $209,100 Illinois $208,900 Oregon $208,200 Delaware $207,600

New Hampshire $207,200 Virginia $206,400 Pennsylvania $204,100 Nevada $202,900 North Dakota $202,500 Michigan $201,900 Wisconsin $201,600 Vermont $201,200

Maine $199,900 Texas $199,900 Arizona $199,700 Ohio $199,600 Georgia $197,700 Indiana $196,800 Wyoming $196,600 Utah $196,300

Iowa $196,200 Kansas $195,200 Louisiana $194,900 Missouri $194,800 North Carolina $194,800 Florida $194,000 Montana $193,500 Nebraska $193,100

Kentucky $192,900 South Carolina $192,100 Tennessee $191,600 Idaho $191,300 New Mexico $189,900 Oklahoma $189,500 Alabama $188,300 South Dakota $186,300

Arkansas $185,200 West Virginia $184,600 Mississippi $182,800

Top Paying Cities for Information Systems (IS) 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: $225,700
Washington: $225,700
Naval Anacost Annex: $225,700

Parcel Return Service, DC $225,700 Washington, DC $225,700 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $225,700 Washington Navy Yard, DC $225,700

Information Systems (IS) Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Information Systems (IS) Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $254,001. While startup companies pay approximate $214,879.

Information Systems (IS) Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$214,879
Growth Stage	51~500	$227,260
Established	501~5000	$245,283
Enterprise	5000+	$254,001

Information Systems (IS) Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Systems (IS) Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Information Systems (IS) Director positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Systems (IS) Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Information Systems (IS) Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$249,590	$120.0	10%
Biotechnology	$249,590	$120.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$249,590	$120.0	10%
Financial Services	$249,590	$120.0	10%
Healthcare	$249,590	$120.0	10%

Information Systems (IS) Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Information Systems (IS) 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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$207,300

Average $226,900/year

$242,400

$17,275

Average $18,908/month

$20,200

$3,987

Average $4,363/week

$4,662

$100

Average $109/hour

$117

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$242,400	$20,200	$4,662	$117
Average	$226,900	$18,908	$4,363	$109
25th Percentile	$207,300	$17,275	$3,987	$100

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For a Information Systems (IS) Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Information Systems (IS) role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $278,900 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.

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