What are the main factors that influence an Information Technology (IT) Executive 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 Technology (IT) Executive Director?

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

How does experience change An Information Technology (IT) Executive Director's salary?

An Information Technology (IT) Executive Director's salary grows with experience: an Information Systems (IS) Manager (5+ years)earns $137,508, an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $167,822, a Information Technology (IT) Executive Director (5+ years)earns $207,529, a VP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years)earns $255,062, a SVP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years)earns $322,244,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Technology (IT) Executive Director?

Information Technology (IT) Executive Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Technology (IT) Executive Director roles are District of Columbia $226,901, California $226,101, Massachusetts $223,101. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Technology (IT) Executive Director roles make?

Salaries for Information Technology (IT) Executive Director level roles vary by specialization: Top Information Technology Executive: $349,590; Chief Information Technology Officer: $349,503; Director Of Information Technology: $208,975; Senior Director Of Information Technology: $206,185; Information Technology Director: $204,926.

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Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Information Technology (IT) Executive Director make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Technology (IT) Executive Director in Delaware is $207,601 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $100.

However, an Information Technology (IT) Executive Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $234,538
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $189,601 to $221,701
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,213

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Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$221,701	$18,475	$4,263	$107
Average	$207,601	$17,300	$3,992	$100
25th Percentile	$189,601	$15,800	$3,646	$91

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Key Factors That Influence Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salaries

An Information Technology (IT) Executive 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 Technology (IT) Executive Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Technology (IT) Executive 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): $137,508
Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager (5+ years): $167,822
Information Technology (IT) Executive Director (5+ years): $207,529
VP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years): $255,062
SVP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years): $322,244

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Information Systems (IS) Manager	5+ years	$137,508
Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager	5+ years	$167,822
Information Technology (IT) Executive Director	5+ years	$207,529
VP of Information Systems (IS)	5+ years	$255,062
SVP of Information Systems (IS)	5+ years	$322,244

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

District of Columbia: $226,901.
California: $226,101.
Massachusetts: $223,101.

District of Columbia $226,901 California $226,101 Massachusetts $223,101 Washington $222,301 New Jersey $222,201 Alaska $221,901 Connecticut $219,101 New York $217,901

Hawaii $214,201 Rhode Island $212,501 Maryland $211,301 Minnesota $209,801 Colorado $209,101 Illinois $208,901 Oregon $208,201 Delaware $207,601

New Hampshire $207,201 Virginia $206,401 Pennsylvania $204,101 Nevada $202,901 North Dakota $202,501 Michigan $201,901 Wisconsin $201,601 Vermont $201,201

Maine $199,901 Texas $199,901 Arizona $199,701 Ohio $199,601 Georgia $197,701 Indiana $196,801 Wyoming $196,601 Utah $196,301

Iowa $196,201 Kansas $195,201 Louisiana $194,901 Missouri $194,801 North Carolina $194,801 Florida $194,001 Montana $193,501 Nebraska $193,101

Kentucky $192,901 South Carolina $192,101 Tennessee $191,601 Idaho $191,301 New Mexico $189,901 Oklahoma $189,501 Alabama $188,301 South Dakota $186,301

Arkansas $185,201 West Virginia $184,601 Mississippi $182,801

Top Paying Cities for Information Technology (IT) Executive 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: $206,601
Little Creek: $208,201
Magnolia: $207,901

Lincoln, DE $206,601 Little Creek, DE $208,201 Magnolia, DE $207,901 Milford, DE $207,201 Marydel, DE $207,501 Millsboro, DE $205,801 Millville, DE $206,101 Milton, DE $206,501

Nassau, DE $206,601 Ocean View, DE $206,101 Rehoboth Beach, DE $206,501 Seaford, DE $206,601 Selbyville, DE $205,701 Smyrna, DE $208,301 Viola, DE $207,301 Woodside, DE $207,901

Bear, DE $207,401 Newark, DE $207,301 Claymont, DE $207,801 Delaware City, DE $207,501 Hockessin, DE $207,301 Kirkwood, DE $207,501 Middletown, DE $207,601 Montchanin, DE $207,401

New Castle, DE $207,401 Odessa, DE $207,701 Port Penn, DE $207,801 Rockland, DE $207,401 Saint Georges, DE $207,501 Townsend, DE $207,801 Winterthur, DE $207,401 Lewes, DE $206,501

Wilmington, DE $207,301 Dover, DE $208,201 Dover Afb, DE $207,101 Bethany Beach, DE $205,801 Bethel, DE $206,101 Bridgeville, DE $206,501 Camden Wyoming, DE $207,601 Cheswold, DE $208,101

Clayton, DE $208,101 Dagsboro, DE $205,701 Delmar, DE $205,401 Ellendale, DE $206,001 Felton, DE $207,201 Fenwick Island, DE $205,701 Frankford, DE $205,401 Frederica, DE $207,401

Georgetown, DE $205,601 Greenwood, DE $206,601 Harbeson, DE $205,801 Harrington, DE $206,901 Hartly, DE $207,501 Houston, DE $206,601 Kenton, DE $208,101 Laurel, DE $205,501

Yorklyn, DE $207,401

Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Information Technology (IT) Executive Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $232,397. While startup companies pay approximate $196,603.

Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$196,603
Growth Stage	51~500	$207,931
Established	501~5000	$224,421
Enterprise	5000+	$232,397

Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Technology (IT) Executive 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 Technology (IT) Executive Director positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Technology (IT) Executive Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Technology (IT) Executive Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$228,361	$110.0	10%
Biotechnology	$228,361	$110.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$228,361	$110.0	10%
Financial Services	$228,361	$110.0	10%
Healthcare	$228,361	$110.0	10%

Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Technology (IT) Executive 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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$189,601

Average $207,601/year

$221,701

$15,800

Average $17,300/month

$18,475

$3,646

Average $3,992/week

$4,263

$91

Average $100/hour

$107

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$221,701	$18,475	$4,263	$107
Average	$207,601	$17,300	$3,992	$100
25th Percentile	$189,601	$15,800	$3,646	$91

Information Technology (IT) Executive Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Information Technology (IT) Executive 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 $255,100 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.

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