Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salary in Virginia

How much does a Pediatric Program and Activity Director make in Virginia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pediatric Program and Activity Director in Virginia is $107,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, a Pediatric Program and Activity Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,144
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,190 to $120,490
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,168
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Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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75th Percentile $120,490 $10,041 $2,317 $58
Average $107,690 $8,974 $2,071 $52
25th Percentile $91,190 $7,599 $1,754 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salaries

A Pediatric Program and Activity 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 Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pediatric Program and Activity 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): $101,024
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $102,249
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $103,473
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,698
  • Expert (over 8 years): $108,023
Levels Salary
Entry Level Pediatric Program and Activity Director$101,024
Intermediate Level Pediatric Program and Activity Director$102,249
Senior Level Pediatric Program and Activity Director$103,473
Specialist Level Pediatric Program and Activity Director$104,698
Expert Level Pediatric Program and Activity Director$108,023
$101,024 0 yr
$102,249 < 2 yrs
$103,473 2-4 yrs
$104,698 5-8 yrs
$108,023 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Pediatric Program and Activity 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:

  • Ivanhoe: $98,990
  • Lambsburg: $99,190
  • Laurel Fork: $99,290

Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Pediatric Program and Activity Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $114,375. While startup companies pay approximate $97,416.

Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$97,416
Growth Stage51~500$102,846
Established501~5000$110,641
Enterprise5000+$114,375

Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pediatric Program and Activity Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Pediatric Program and Activity Director positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Pediatric Program and Activity Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Pediatric Program and Activity Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$129,228$62.020%

Pediatric Program and Activity Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pediatric Program and Activity 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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$91,190
Average $107,690/year
$120,490
$7,599
Average $8,974/month
$10,041
$1,754
Average $2,071/week
$2,317
$44
Average $52/hour
$58
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $120,490 $10,041 $2,317 $58
Average $107,690 $8,974 $2,071 $52
25th Percentile $91,190 $7,599 $1,754 $44

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