What are the main factors that influence a Data Management Director's salary?

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

How does experience change A Data Management Director's salary?

A Data Management Director's salary grows with experience: a Master Data Management Manager (7+ years)earns $139,481, a Master Data Management Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $174,842, a Data Management Director (7+ years)earns $212,606, a VP of Data Management (7+ years)earns $264,743, a Chief Data Management Officer (7+ years)earns $329,243,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Management Director?

Data Management Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Management Director roles are District of Columbia $232,446, California $231,564, Massachusetts $228,478. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Management Director roles make?

Salaries for Data Management Director level roles vary by specialization: Data Science Director: $237,021; Associate Director of Clinical Data Management: $226,928; Data Analytics Director: $210,915; Enterprise Data Management Director: $209,940; Data Warehouse Director: $188,203.

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Data Management Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Management Director make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Management Director in Delaware is $212,606 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $246,495
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $193,004 to $230,345
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $175,158

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Data Management Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$230,345	$19,195	$4,430	$111
Average	$212,606	$17,717	$4,089	$102
25th Percentile	$193,004	$16,084	$3,712	$93

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Key Factors That Influence Data Management Director Salaries

A Data 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 Data Management Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data 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:

Master Data Management Manager (7+ years): $139,481
Master Data Management Senior Manager (7+ years): $174,842
Data Management Director (7+ years): $212,606
VP of Data Management (7+ years): $264,743
Chief Data Management Officer (7+ years): $329,243

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Master Data Management Manager	7+ years	$139,481
Master Data Management Senior Manager	7+ years	$174,842
Data Management Director	7+ years	$212,606
VP of Data Management	7+ years	$264,743
Chief Data Management Officer	7+ years	$329,243

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

District of Columbia: $232,446.
California: $231,564.
Massachusetts: $228,478.

District of Columbia $232,446 California $231,564 Massachusetts $228,478 Washington $227,638 New Jersey $227,554 Alaska $227,260 Connecticut $224,363 New York $223,187

Hawaii $219,429 Rhode Island $217,666 Maryland $216,469 Minnesota $214,832 Colorado $214,202 Illinois $213,992 Oregon $213,194 Delaware $212,606

New Hampshire $212,237 Virginia $211,410 Pennsylvania $208,995 Nevada $207,778 North Dakota $207,379 Michigan $206,749 Wisconsin $206,518 Vermont $206,056

Texas $204,775 Maine $204,692 Arizona $204,566 Ohio $204,419 Georgia $202,487 Indiana $201,521 Wyoming $201,332 Utah $201,039

Iowa $200,913 Kansas $199,905 Louisiana $199,611 North Carolina $199,506 Missouri $199,464 Florida $198,645 Montana $198,204 Nebraska $197,784

Kentucky $197,554 South Carolina $196,714 Tennessee $196,189 Idaho $195,979 New Mexico $194,446 Oklahoma $194,111 Alabama $192,872 South Dakota $190,793

Arkansas $189,660 West Virginia $189,051 Mississippi $187,224

Top Paying Cities for Data 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:

Lincoln: $220,038
Little Creek: $218,002
Magnolia: $218,904

Lincoln, DE $220,038 Little Creek, DE $218,002 Magnolia, DE $218,904 Milford, DE $220,038 Marydel, DE $217,183 Millsboro, DE $220,038 Millville, DE $221,508 Milton, DE $220,038

Nassau, DE $220,038 Ocean View, DE $221,508 Rehoboth Beach, DE $221,508 Seaford, DE $217,729 Selbyville, DE $221,508 Smyrna, DE $216,931 Viola, DE $218,904 Woodside, DE $218,275

Bear, DE $215,335 Newark, DE $215,419 Claymont, DE $215,587 Delaware City, DE $215,419 Hockessin, DE $215,587 Kirkwood, DE $215,419 Middletown, DE $216,490 Montchanin, DE $215,587

New Castle, DE $215,587 Odessa, DE $216,784 Port Penn, DE $214,832 Rockland, DE $215,587 Saint Georges, DE $215,419 Townsend, DE $216,469 Winterthur, DE $215,587 Lewes, DE $220,038

Wilmington, DE $215,587 Dover, DE $217,897 Dover Afb, DE $218,401 Bethany Beach, DE $221,508 Bethel, DE $217,729 Bridgeville, DE $220,038 Camden Wyoming, DE $218,128 Cheswold, DE $217,393

Clayton, DE $216,847 Dagsboro, DE $221,508 Delmar, DE $217,729 Ellendale, DE $220,038 Felton, DE $220,038 Fenwick Island, DE $221,508 Frankford, DE $221,508 Frederica, DE $220,038

Georgetown, DE $220,038 Greenwood, DE $220,038 Harbeson, DE $220,038 Harrington, DE $220,038 Hartly, DE $216,742 Houston, DE $220,038 Kenton, DE $216,847 Laurel, DE $217,729

Yorklyn, DE $215,587

Data Management Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data 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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$193,004

Average $212,606/year

$230,345

$16,084

Average $17,717/month

$19,195

$3,712

Average $4,089/week

$4,430

$93

Average $102/hour

$111

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$230,345	$19,195	$4,430	$111
Average	$212,606	$17,717	$4,089	$102
25th Percentile	$193,004	$16,084	$3,712	$93

Data Management Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Management Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Data Management role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $264,743 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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