What are the main factors that influence a Technology Project 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 Technology Project Management Director?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Technology Project Management Director roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A Technology Project Management Director's salary?

A Technology Project Management Director's salary grows with experience: a Technology Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $162,165, a Technology Project Management Supervisor (10+ years)earns $126,953, a Technology Project Management Manager (10+ years)earns $156,123, a Technology Project Management Director (10+ years)earns $178,604, a Technology Project Management Senior Director (10+ years)earns $214,744,

What are the highest paying states for a Technology Project Management Director?

Technology Project Management Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technology Project Management Director roles are District of Columbia $190,800, California $190,100, Massachusetts $187,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technology Project Management Director roles make?

Salaries for Technology Project Management Director level roles vary by specialization: Director Clinical Technology Management: $306,060; Project Management Director: $209,870; Technology Project Management Senior Director: $207,200; IT Project Management and Delivery Director: $207,122; Engineering Program/Project Management - Director: $196,390.

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Technology Project Management Director Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Technology Project Management Director make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technology Project Management Director in Rhode Island is $178,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $210,222
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $164,400 to $195,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,381

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Technology Project Management Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$195,200	$16,267	$3,754	$94
Average	$178,700	$14,892	$3,437	$86
25th Percentile	$164,400	$13,700	$3,162	$79

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Key Factors That Influence Technology Project Management Director Salaries

A Technology Project 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 Technology Project Management Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technology Project 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:

Technology Project Manager V (7-10 years): $162,165
Technology Project Management Supervisor (10+ years): $126,953
Technology Project Management Manager (10+ years): $156,123
Technology Project Management Director (10+ years): $178,604
Technology Project Management Senior Director (10+ years): $214,744

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Technology Project Manager V	7-10 years	$162,165
Technology Project Management Supervisor	10+ years	$126,953
Technology Project Management Manager	10+ years	$156,123
Technology Project Management Director	10+ years	$178,604
Technology Project Management Senior Director	10+ years	$214,744

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

District of Columbia: $190,800.
California: $190,100.
Massachusetts: $187,500.

District of Columbia $190,800 California $190,100 Massachusetts $187,500 Washington $186,800 New Jersey $186,800 Alaska $186,500 Connecticut $184,100 New York $183,200

Hawaii $180,100 Rhode Island $178,700 Maryland $177,700 Minnesota $176,300 Colorado $175,800 Illinois $175,600 Oregon $175,000 Delaware $174,500

New Hampshire $174,200 Virginia $173,500 Pennsylvania $171,500 Nevada $170,500 North Dakota $170,200 Michigan $169,700 Wisconsin $169,500 Vermont $169,100

Texas $168,100 Maine $168,000 Arizona $167,900 Ohio $167,800 Georgia $166,200 Indiana $165,400 Wyoming $165,300 Utah $165,000

Iowa $164,900 Kansas $164,100 Louisiana $163,800 North Carolina $163,800 Missouri $163,700 Florida $163,000 Montana $162,700 Nebraska $162,300

Kentucky $162,200 South Carolina $161,500 Tennessee $161,000 Idaho $160,900 New Mexico $159,600 Oklahoma $159,300 Alabama $158,300 South Dakota $156,600

Arkansas $155,700 West Virginia $155,200 Mississippi $153,700

Top Paying Cities for Technology Project 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:

Adamsville: $180,900
Albion: $179,400
Ashaway: $180,500

Adamsville, RI $180,900 Albion, RI $179,400 Ashaway, RI $180,500 Barrington, RI $178,900 Block Island, RI $179,900 Bradford, RI $180,400 Bristol, RI $179,600 Carolina, RI $180,100

Charlestown, RI $180,200 Chepachet, RI $179,800 Clayville, RI $179,300 Coventry, RI $179,400 West Greenwich, RI $179,800 East Greenwich, RI $179,200 Exeter, RI $179,800 Fiskeville, RI $178,900

Forestdale, RI $180,300 Foster, RI $179,700 Glendale, RI $180,300 Greene, RI $180,000 Greenville, RI $179,000 Harmony, RI $179,200 Harrisville, RI $180,200 Hope, RI $179,000

Hope Valley, RI $180,400 Hopkinton, RI $180,600 Jamestown, RI $180,000 Kenyon, RI $180,100 Little Compton, RI $180,900 Manville, RI $179,600 Mapleville, RI $179,900 Newport, RI $180,200

Middletown, RI $180,300 North Kingstown, RI $179,500 North Scituate, RI $179,200 Oakland, RI $180,100 Pascoag, RI $180,300 Pawtucket, RI $178,600 Central Falls, RI $178,700 Cumberland, RI $179,700

Lincoln, RI $178,900 Portsmouth, RI $180,200 Prudence Island, RI $179,800 Rockville, RI $180,600 Saunderstown, RI $179,900 Shannock, RI $180,100 Slatersville, RI $180,300 Slocum, RI $179,900

Tiverton, RI $180,700 Wakefield, RI $180,100 Kingston, RI $180,000 Narragansett, RI $180,100 Peace Dale, RI $180,000 Warren, RI $179,300 Warwick, RI $178,800 Westerly, RI $180,600

West Kingston, RI $180,100 West Warwick, RI $179,100 Wood River Junction, RI $180,300 Woonsocket, RI $180,300 North Smithfield, RI $179,900 Wyoming, RI $180,100 Providence, RI $178,600 Cranston, RI $178,600

North Providence, RI $178,600 East Providence, RI $178,600 Riverside, RI $178,600 Rumford, RI $178,600 Smithfield, RI $179,000 Johnston, RI $178,700

Technology Project Management Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Technology Project Management Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $200,044. While startup companies pay approximate $169,233.

Technology Project Management Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$169,233
Growth Stage	51~500	$178,984
Established	501~5000	$193,178
Enterprise	5000+	$200,044

Technology Project Management Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technology Project Management Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 23% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, Technology Project Management Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technology Project Management Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technology Project Management Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$200,144	$96.0	12%
Construction	$196,570	$95.0	10%
Media	$194,783	$94.0	9%
Energy & Utilities	$191,209	$92.0	7%
Software & Networking	$185,848	$89.0	4%

Technology Project Management Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technology Project 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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$164,400

Average $178,700/year

$195,200

$13,700

Average $14,892/month

$16,267

$3,162

Average $3,437/week

$3,754

$79

Average $86/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$195,200	$16,267	$3,754	$94
Average	$178,700	$14,892	$3,437	$86
25th Percentile	$164,400	$13,700	$3,162	$79

Technology Project Management Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Technology Project Management Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technology Project Management Senior Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $214,800 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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