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

An Athletics Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $111,193 for beginners, reaching about $115,848 at mid-level, and approach $123,775 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Athletics Director?

Athletics Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Athletics Director roles are District of Columbia $131,356, California $130,858, Massachusetts $129,114. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Athletics Director roles make?

Salaries for Athletics Director level roles vary by specialization: Associate Athletics Director: $122,203; College Athletics Director: $118,700; University Athletics Director: $118,640; Director Of Athletics: $114,626; Men's Athletics Director: $87,861.

Athletics Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Athletics Director make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Athletics Director in Delaware is $120,145 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,480
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,154 to $134,453
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,311

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Athletics Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,453	$11,204	$2,586	$65
Average	$120,145	$10,012	$2,310	$58
25th Percentile	$96,154	$8,013	$1,849	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Athletics Director Salaries

An Athletics 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 Athletics Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Athletics 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): $111,193
Early Career (1-2 years): $112,267
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,848
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,145
Expert (over 8 years): $123,775

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Athletics Director	$111,193
Intermediate Level Athletics Director	$112,267
Senior Level Athletics Director	$115,848
Specialist Level Athletics Director	$120,145
Expert Level Athletics Director	$123,775

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

District of Columbia: $131,356.
California: $130,858.
Massachusetts: $129,114.

District of Columbia $131,356 California $130,858 Massachusetts $129,114 Washington $128,639 New Jersey $128,592 Alaska $128,426 Connecticut $126,788 New York $126,124

Hawaii $124,000 Rhode Island $123,004 Maryland $122,328 Minnesota $121,402 Colorado $121,046 Illinois $120,928 Oregon $120,477 Delaware $120,145

New Hampshire $119,936 Virginia $119,468 Pennsylvania $118,104 Nevada $117,416 North Dakota $117,191 Michigan $116,835 Wisconsin $116,704 Vermont $116,443

Texas $115,720 Maine $115,672 Arizona $115,601 Ohio $115,518 Georgia $114,426 Indiana $113,881 Wyoming $113,774 Utah $113,608

Iowa $113,537 Kansas $112,967 Louisiana $112,801 North Carolina $112,742 Missouri $112,718 Florida $112,255 Montana $112,006 Nebraska $111,769

Kentucky $111,638 South Carolina $111,164 Tennessee $110,867 Idaho $110,749 New Mexico $109,883 Oklahoma $109,693 Alabama $108,993 South Dakota $107,818

Arkansas $107,178 West Virginia $106,834 Mississippi $105,801

Top Paying Cities for Athletics 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: $124,344
Little Creek: $123,194
Magnolia: $123,704

Lincoln, DE $124,344 Little Creek, DE $123,194 Magnolia, DE $123,704 Milford, DE $124,344 Marydel, DE $122,731 Millsboro, DE $124,344 Millville, DE $125,175 Milton, DE $124,344

Nassau, DE $124,344 Ocean View, DE $125,175 Rehoboth Beach, DE $125,175 Seaford, DE $123,039 Selbyville, DE $125,175 Smyrna, DE $122,589 Viola, DE $123,704 Woodside, DE $123,348

Bear, DE $121,687 Newark, DE $121,734 Claymont, DE $121,829 Delaware City, DE $121,734 Hockessin, DE $121,829 Kirkwood, DE $121,734 Middletown, DE $122,340 Montchanin, DE $121,829

New Castle, DE $121,829 Odessa, DE $122,506 Port Penn, DE $121,402 Rockland, DE $121,829 Saint Georges, DE $121,734 Townsend, DE $122,328 Winterthur, DE $121,829 Lewes, DE $124,344

Wilmington, DE $121,829 Dover, DE $123,134 Dover Afb, DE $123,419 Bethany Beach, DE $125,175 Bethel, DE $123,039 Bridgeville, DE $124,344 Camden Wyoming, DE $123,265 Cheswold, DE $122,850

Clayton, DE $122,541 Dagsboro, DE $125,175 Delmar, DE $123,039 Ellendale, DE $124,344 Felton, DE $124,344 Fenwick Island, DE $125,175 Frankford, DE $125,175 Frederica, DE $124,344

Georgetown, DE $124,344 Greenwood, DE $124,344 Harbeson, DE $124,344 Harrington, DE $124,344 Hartly, DE $122,482 Houston, DE $124,344 Kenton, DE $122,541 Laurel, DE $123,039

Yorklyn, DE $121,829

Athletics Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Athletics 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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$96,154

Average $120,145/year

$134,453

$8,013

Average $10,012/month

$11,204

$1,849

Average $2,310/week

$2,586

$46

Average $58/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,453	$11,204	$2,586	$65
Average	$120,145	$10,012	$2,310	$58
25th Percentile	$96,154	$8,013	$1,849	$46

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