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

An ESG Program Director's salary grows with experience: an ESG Program Manager (10+ years)earns $114,334, an ESG Program Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $143,286, an ESG Program Director (10+ years)earns $171,845, a VP of ESG Program (10+ years)earns $179,671, an SVP of ESG Program (10+ years)earns $235,773,

What are the highest paying states for an ESG Program Director?

ESG Program Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for ESG Program Director roles are District of Columbia $187,881, California $187,168, Massachusetts $184,674. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of ESG Program Director roles make?

Salaries for ESG Program Director level roles vary by specialization: SVP of ESG Program: $232,816; VP of ESG Program: $177,418; ESG Director: $169,690; ESG Senior Manager: $141,490; ESG Program Senior Manager: $141,489.

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ESG Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an ESG Program Director make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an ESG Program Director in Delaware is $171,845 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $213,844
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $147,784 to $193,829
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,878

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ESG Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$193,829	$16,152	$3,727	$93
Average	$171,845	$14,320	$3,305	$83
25th Percentile	$147,784	$12,315	$2,842	$71

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Key Factors That Influence ESG Program Director Salaries

An ESG Program 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 ESG Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an ESG Program 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:

ESG Program Manager (10+ years): $114,334
ESG Program Senior Manager (10+ years): $143,286
ESG Program Director (10+ years): $171,845
VP of ESG Program (10+ years): $179,671
SVP of ESG Program (10+ years): $235,773

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
ESG Program Manager	10+ years	$114,334
ESG Program Senior Manager	10+ years	$143,286
ESG Program Director	10+ years	$171,845
VP of ESG Program	10+ years	$179,671
SVP of ESG Program	10+ years	$235,773

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

District of Columbia: $187,881.
California: $187,168.
Massachusetts: $184,674.

District of Columbia $187,881 California $187,168 Massachusetts $184,674 Washington $183,995 New Jersey $183,927 Alaska $183,689 Connecticut $181,348 New York $180,397

Hawaii $177,360 Rhode Island $175,935 Maryland $174,967 Minnesota $173,644 Colorado $173,135 Illinois $172,965 Oregon $172,320 Delaware $171,845

New Hampshire $171,546 Virginia $170,878 Pennsylvania $168,926 Nevada $167,942 North Dakota $167,620 Michigan $167,111 Wisconsin $166,924 Vermont $166,551

Texas $165,516 Maine $165,448 Arizona $165,346 Ohio $165,227 Georgia $163,666 Indiana $162,885 Wyoming $162,733 Utah $162,495

Iowa $162,393 Kansas $161,579 Louisiana $161,341 North Carolina $161,256 Missouri $161,222 Florida $160,561 Montana $160,204 Nebraska $159,865

Kentucky $159,678 South Carolina $159,000 Tennessee $158,575 Idaho $158,406 New Mexico $157,167 Oklahoma $156,895 Alabama $155,894 South Dakota $154,214

Arkansas $153,298 West Virginia $152,806 Mississippi $151,330

Top Paying Cities for ESG Program 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: $177,852
Little Creek: $176,206
Magnolia: $176,936

Lincoln, DE $177,852 Little Creek, DE $176,206 Magnolia, DE $176,936 Milford, DE $177,852 Marydel, DE $175,544 Millsboro, DE $177,852 Millville, DE $179,040 Milton, DE $177,852

Nassau, DE $177,852 Ocean View, DE $179,040 Rehoboth Beach, DE $179,040 Seaford, DE $175,985 Selbyville, DE $179,040 Smyrna, DE $175,341 Viola, DE $176,936 Woodside, DE $176,427

Bear, DE $174,051 Newark, DE $174,119 Claymont, DE $174,255 Delaware City, DE $174,119 Hockessin, DE $174,255 Kirkwood, DE $174,119 Middletown, DE $174,984 Montchanin, DE $174,255

New Castle, DE $174,255 Odessa, DE $175,222 Port Penn, DE $173,644 Rockland, DE $174,255 Saint Georges, DE $174,119 Townsend, DE $174,967 Winterthur, DE $174,255 Lewes, DE $177,852

Wilmington, DE $174,255 Dover, DE $176,121 Dover Afb, DE $176,529 Bethany Beach, DE $179,040 Bethel, DE $175,985 Bridgeville, DE $177,852 Camden Wyoming, DE $176,308 Cheswold, DE $175,714

Clayton, DE $175,273 Dagsboro, DE $179,040 Delmar, DE $175,985 Ellendale, DE $177,852 Felton, DE $177,852 Fenwick Island, DE $179,040 Frankford, DE $179,040 Frederica, DE $177,852

Georgetown, DE $177,852 Greenwood, DE $177,852 Harbeson, DE $177,852 Harrington, DE $177,852 Hartly, DE $175,188 Houston, DE $177,852 Kenton, DE $175,273 Laurel, DE $175,985

Yorklyn, DE $174,255

ESG Program Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an ESG Program 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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$147,784

Average $171,845/year

$193,829

$12,315

Average $14,320/month

$16,152

$2,842

Average $3,305/week

$3,727

$71

Average $83/hour

$93

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$193,829	$16,152	$3,727	$93
Average	$171,845	$14,320	$3,305	$83
25th Percentile	$147,784	$12,315	$2,842	$71

ESG Program Director Salary Growth & Career Path

ESG Program Director

Corporate Secretary

VP of ESG Program

SVP of ESG Program

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an ESG Program Director, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

ESG Program Director Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Corporate Secretary	$221,408	29%
VP of ESG Program	$179,671	5%

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