What are the main factors that influence a Distribution 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 Distribution Director?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Distribution Director roles, with salaries approximately 27% above the market median.

How does experience change A Distribution Director's salary?

A Distribution Director's salary grows with experience: a Distribution Manager (0-5 years)earns $90,328, a Distribution Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $131,266, a Distribution Director (5+ years)earns $185,520, a VP of Distribution (5+ years)earns $213,805,

What are the highest paying states for a Distribution Director?

Distribution Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Distribution Director roles are District of Columbia $202,831, California $202,062, Massachusetts $199,369. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Distribution Director roles make?

Salaries for Distribution Director level roles vary by specialization: Distribution Operations Director: $183,200; Director Of Distribution: $177,188; Transportation & Distribution Director: $174,200; Distribution Center Management Director: $161,500; Safety Director Transmission and Distribution: $147,872.

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Distribution Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Distribution Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Distribution Director in Delaware is $185,520 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $226,657
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,446 to $207,053
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $149,081

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Distribution Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$207,053	$17,254	$3,982	$100
Average	$185,520	$15,460	$3,568	$89
25th Percentile	$166,446	$13,871	$3,201	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Distribution Director Salaries

A Distribution 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 Distribution Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Distribution 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:

Distribution Manager (0-5 years): $90,328
Distribution Senior Manager (5+ years): $131,266
Distribution Director (5+ years): $185,520
VP of Distribution (5+ years): $213,805

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Distribution Manager	0-5 years	$90,328
Distribution Senior Manager	5+ years	$131,266
Distribution Director	5+ years	$185,520
VP of Distribution	5+ years	$213,805

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

District of Columbia: $202,831.
California: $202,062.
Massachusetts: $199,369.

District of Columbia $202,831 California $202,062 Massachusetts $199,369 Washington $198,636 New Jersey $198,563 Alaska $198,306 Connecticut $195,778 New York $194,752

Hawaii $191,473 Rhode Island $189,935 Maryland $188,890 Minnesota $187,461 Colorado $186,912 Illinois $186,729 Oregon $186,032 Delaware $185,520

New Hampshire $185,197 Virginia $184,475 Pennsylvania $182,369 Nevada $181,306 North Dakota $180,958 Michigan $180,408 Wisconsin $180,207 Vermont $179,804

Texas $178,686 Maine $178,613 Arizona $178,503 Ohio $178,375 Georgia $176,690 Indiana $175,847 Wyoming $175,682 Utah $175,426

Iowa $175,316 Kansas $174,436 Louisiana $174,180 North Carolina $174,088 Missouri $174,052 Florida $173,337 Montana $172,953 Nebraska $172,586

Kentucky $172,385 South Carolina $171,652 Tennessee $171,194 Idaho $171,011 New Mexico $169,673 Oklahoma $169,380 Alabama $168,299 South Dakota $166,486

Arkansas $165,497 West Virginia $164,965 Mississippi $163,372

Top Paying Cities for Distribution 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: $184,684
Little Creek: $186,036
Magnolia: $185,769

Lincoln, DE $184,684 Little Creek, DE $186,036 Magnolia, DE $185,769 Milford, DE $185,153 Marydel, DE $185,457 Millsboro, DE $183,909 Millville, DE $184,193 Milton, DE $184,512

Nassau, DE $184,646 Ocean View, DE $184,162 Rehoboth Beach, DE $184,516 Seaford, DE $184,620 Selbyville, DE $183,856 Smyrna, DE $186,164 Viola, DE $185,307 Woodside, DE $185,805

Bear, DE $185,377 Newark, DE $185,307 Claymont, DE $185,686 Delaware City, DE $185,492 Hockessin, DE $185,291 Kirkwood, DE $185,457 Middletown, DE $185,529 Montchanin, DE $185,333

New Castle, DE $185,360 Odessa, DE $185,620 Port Penn, DE $185,745 Rockland, DE $185,351 Saint Georges, DE $185,470 Townsend, DE $185,756 Winterthur, DE $185,373 Lewes, DE $184,583

Wilmington, DE $185,300 Dover, DE $186,036 Dover Afb, DE $185,056 Bethany Beach, DE $183,968 Bethel, DE $184,158 Bridgeville, DE $184,593 Camden Wyoming, DE $185,512 Cheswold, DE $185,976

Clayton, DE $185,981 Dagsboro, DE $183,840 Delmar, DE $183,545 Ellendale, DE $184,102 Felton, DE $185,139 Fenwick Island, DE $183,880 Frankford, DE $183,559 Frederica, DE $185,322

Georgetown, DE $183,770 Greenwood, DE $184,622 Harbeson, DE $183,966 Harrington, DE $184,904 Hartly, DE $185,479 Houston, DE $184,640 Kenton, DE $185,990 Laurel, DE $183,660

Yorklyn, DE $185,346

Distribution Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Distribution Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $207,502. While startup companies pay approximate $175,485.

Distribution Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$175,485
Growth Stage	51~500	$185,603
Established	501~5000	$200,383
Enterprise	5000+	$207,502

Distribution Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Distribution Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 27% above the average. In contrast, Distribution Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Distribution Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Distribution Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$234,868	$113.0	27%
Pharmaceuticals	$225,592	$108.0	22%
Transportation	$220,026	$106.0	19%
Aerospace & Defense	$216,316	$104.0	17%
Hospitality & Leisure	$207,040	$100.0	12%

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

Understanding how a Distribution 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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$166,446

Average $185,520/year

$207,053

$13,871

Average $15,460/month

$17,254

$3,201

Average $3,568/week

$3,982

$80

Average $89/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$207,053	$17,254	$3,982	$100
Average	$185,520	$15,460	$3,568	$89
25th Percentile	$166,446	$13,871	$3,201	$80

Distribution Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Distribution Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Distribution role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $213,805 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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