What are the main factors that influence an Applications Programming Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Applications Programming Director's salary?

An Applications Programming Director's salary grows with experience: an Applications Programmer V (7-10 years)earns $174,396, an Applications Programming Supervisor (10+ years)earns $140,201, an Applications Programming Manager (10+ years)earns $158,659, an Applications Programming Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $184,812, an Applications Programming Director (10+ years)earns $205,923,

What are the highest paying states for an Applications Programming Director?

Applications Programming Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Applications Programming Director roles are District of Columbia $218,138, California $217,311, Massachusetts $214,415. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Applications Programming Director roles make?

Salaries for Applications Programming Director level roles vary by specialization: Applications Programming Analysis Director: $195,180; Enterprise Applications Programming Director: $189,420; Applications Programming Senior Manager: $176,820; Enterprise Applications Programming Senior Manager: $165,690; Applications Programming Analysis Senior Manager: $165,400.

Applications Programming Director Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Applications Programming Director make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Programming Director in Hawaii is $205,923 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $99.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $231,842
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $188,867 to $219,490
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,337

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Applications Programming Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,490	$18,291	$4,221	$106
Average	$205,923	$17,160	$3,960	$99
25th Percentile	$188,867	$15,739	$3,632	$91

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Key Factors That Influence Applications Programming Director Salaries

An Applications Programming 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 Applications Programming Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications Programming 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:

Applications Programmer V (7-10 years): $174,396
Applications Programming Supervisor (10+ years): $140,201
Applications Programming Manager (10+ years): $158,659
Applications Programming Senior Manager (10+ years): $184,812
Applications Programming Director (10+ years): $205,923

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Applications Programmer V	7-10 years	$174,396
Applications Programming Supervisor	10+ years	$140,201
Applications Programming Manager	10+ years	$158,659
Applications Programming Senior Manager	10+ years	$184,812
Applications Programming Director	10+ years	$205,923

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How Do Applications Programming 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 Applications Programming Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $218,138.
California: $217,311.
Massachusetts: $214,415.

District of Columbia $218,138 California $217,311 Massachusetts $214,415 Washington $213,627 New Jersey $213,548 Alaska $213,272 Connecticut $210,553 New York $209,450

Hawaii $205,923 Rhode Island $204,268 Maryland $203,145 Minnesota $201,609 Colorado $201,017 Illinois $200,820 Oregon $200,072 Delaware $199,520

New Hampshire $199,173 Virginia $198,397 Pennsylvania $196,131 Nevada $194,989 North Dakota $194,614 Michigan $194,023 Wisconsin $193,807 Vermont $193,373

Texas $192,171 Maine $192,093 Arizona $191,974 Ohio $191,836 Georgia $190,024 Indiana $189,118 Wyoming $188,940 Utah $188,664

Iowa $188,546 Kansas $187,601 Louisiana $187,325 North Carolina $187,226 Missouri $187,187 Florida $186,418 Montana $186,005 Nebraska $185,611

Kentucky $185,394 South Carolina $184,606 Tennessee $184,113 Idaho $183,916 New Mexico $182,478 Oklahoma $182,163 Alabama $181,000 South Dakota $179,050

Arkansas $177,986 West Virginia $177,415 Mississippi $175,701

Top Paying Cities for Applications Programming 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:

Aiea: $204,879
Anahola: $203,500
Captain Cook: $203,500

Aiea, HI $204,879 Anahola, HI $203,500 Captain Cook, HI $203,500 Eleele, HI $203,500 Ewa Beach, HI $204,879 Kapolei, HI $204,426 Haiku, HI $203,500 Hakalau, HI $203,500

Haleiwa, HI $203,500 Hana, HI $203,500 Hanalei, HI $203,500 Hanamaulu, HI $203,500 Hanapepe, HI $203,500 Hauula, HI $203,953 Hawaii National Park, HI $203,500 Hawi, HI $203,500

Hilo, HI $203,500 Princeville, HI $203,500 Holualoa, HI $203,500 Honaunau, HI $203,500 Honokaa, HI $203,500 Honomu, HI $203,500 Hoolehua, HI $203,500 Kaaawa, HI $204,327

Kahuku, HI $203,500 Kahului, HI $203,500 Kailua, HI $204,879 Ocean View, HI $203,500 Waikoloa, HI $203,500 Keauhou, HI $203,500 Kailua Kona, HI $203,500 Kalaheo, HI $203,500

Kalaupapa, HI $203,500 Kamuela, HI $203,500 Kaneohe, HI $204,879 Kapaa, HI $203,500 Kaumakani, HI $203,500 Kaunakakai, HI $203,500 Keaau, HI $203,500 Kealakekua, HI $203,500

Kealia, HI $203,500 Kekaha, HI $203,500 Kihei, HI $203,500 Kilauea, HI $203,500 Kapaau, HI $203,500 Koloa, HI $203,500 Kualapuu, HI $203,500 Kunia, HI $204,229

Kurtistown, HI $203,500 Lahaina, HI $203,500 Laie, HI $203,677 Lanai City, HI $203,500 Laupahoehoe, HI $203,500 Lawai, HI $203,500 Lihue, HI $203,500 Makawao, HI $203,500

Makaweli, HI $203,500 Maunaloa, HI $203,500 Mountain View, HI $203,500 Naalehu, HI $203,500 Ninole, HI $203,500 Ookala, HI $203,500 Paauilo, HI $203,500 Pahala, HI $203,500

Pahoa, HI $203,500 Paia, HI $203,500 Papaaloa, HI $203,500 Papaikou, HI $203,500 Pearl City, HI $204,879 Pepeekeo, HI $203,500 Puunene, HI $203,500 Volcano, HI $203,500

Wahiawa, HI $204,229 Pukalani, HI $203,500 Mililani, HI $204,505 Kula, HI $203,500 Waialua, HI $203,500 Waianae, HI $203,677 Wailuku, HI $203,500 Waimanalo, HI $204,879

Waimea, HI $203,500 Waipahu, HI $204,781 Honolulu, HI $204,879 J B P H H, HI $204,879 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $204,327 Schofield Barracks, HI $204,150 Fort Shafter, HI $204,879 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $204,879

Camp H M Smith, HI $204,879 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $204,781 Wake Island, HI $204,879

Applications Programming Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications Programming 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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$188,867

Average $205,923/year

$219,490

$15,739

Average $17,160/month

$18,291

$3,632

Average $3,960/week

$4,221

$91

Average $99/hour

$106

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$219,490	$18,291	$4,221	$106
Average	$205,923	$17,160	$3,960	$99
25th Percentile	$188,867	$15,739	$3,632	$91

Applications Programming Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Applications Programming Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Software Architecture role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $273,961 - a projected growth of 33% over your current level.

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