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 $114,421, an ESG Program Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $143,257, an ESG Program Director (10+ years)earns $172,021, a VP of ESG Program (10+ years)earns $179,659, an SVP of ESG Program (10+ years)earns $235,772,

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 $188,073, California $187,360, Massachusetts $184,863. 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: $232,815; VP of ESG Program: $177,406; ESG Director: $169,870; ESG Program Senior Manager: $141,460; ESG Senior Manager: $141,460.

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ESG Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an ESG Program Director make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an ESG Program Director in Delaware is $172,021 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): $242,596
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,949 to $208,963
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,018

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ESG Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$208,963	$17,414	$4,019	$100
Average	$172,021	$14,335	$3,308	$83
25th Percentile	$136,949	$11,412	$2,634	$66

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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): $114,421
ESG Program Senior Manager (10+ years): $143,257
ESG Program Director (10+ years): $172,021
VP of ESG Program (10+ years): $179,659
SVP of ESG Program (10+ years): $235,772

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
ESG Program Manager	10+ years	$114,421
ESG Program Senior Manager	10+ years	$143,257
ESG Program Director	10+ years	$172,021
VP of ESG Program	10+ years	$179,659
SVP of ESG Program	10+ years	$235,772

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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: $188,073.
California: $187,360.
Massachusetts: $184,863.

District of Columbia $188,073 California $187,360 Massachusetts $184,863 Washington $184,184 New Jersey $184,116 Alaska $183,878 Connecticut $181,534 New York $180,582

Hawaii $177,542 Rhode Island $176,115 Maryland $175,147 Minnesota $173,822 Colorado $173,312 Illinois $173,142 Oregon $172,497 Delaware $172,021

New Hampshire $171,722 Virginia $171,053 Pennsylvania $169,100 Nevada $168,114 North Dakota $167,792 Michigan $167,282 Wisconsin $167,095 Vermont $166,722

Texas $165,685 Maine $165,617 Arizona $165,515 Ohio $165,397 Georgia $163,834 Indiana $163,052 Wyoming $162,900 Utah $162,662

Iowa $162,560 Kansas $161,745 Louisiana $161,507 North Carolina $161,422 Missouri $161,388 Florida $160,725 Montana $160,369 Nebraska $160,029

Kentucky $159,842 South Carolina $159,163 Tennessee $158,738 Idaho $158,568 New Mexico $157,328 Oklahoma $157,056 Alabama $156,054 South Dakota $154,372

Arkansas $153,455 West Virginia $152,963 Mississippi $151,485

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: $171,247
Little Creek: $172,500
Magnolia: $172,252

Lincoln, DE $171,247 Little Creek, DE $172,500 Magnolia, DE $172,252 Milford, DE $171,682 Marydel, DE $171,964 Millsboro, DE $170,528 Millville, DE $170,791 Milton, DE $171,087

Nassau, DE $171,211 Ocean View, DE $170,763 Rehoboth Beach, DE $171,090 Seaford, DE $171,187 Selbyville, DE $170,479 Smyrna, DE $172,619 Viola, DE $171,824 Woodside, DE $172,286

Bear, DE $171,889 Newark, DE $171,824 Claymont, DE $172,176 Delaware City, DE $171,996 Hockessin, DE $171,809 Kirkwood, DE $171,964 Middletown, DE $172,030 Montchanin, DE $171,848

New Castle, DE $171,873 Odessa, DE $172,115 Port Penn, DE $172,230 Rockland, DE $171,865 Saint Georges, DE $171,975 Townsend, DE $172,240 Winterthur, DE $171,885 Lewes, DE $171,153

Wilmington, DE $171,817 Dover, DE $172,500 Dover Afb, DE $171,592 Bethany Beach, DE $170,583 Bethel, DE $170,759 Bridgeville, DE $171,162 Camden Wyoming, DE $172,014 Cheswold, DE $172,444

Clayton, DE $172,449 Dagsboro, DE $170,464 Delmar, DE $170,190 Ellendale, DE $170,707 Felton, DE $171,668 Fenwick Island, DE $170,501 Frankford, DE $170,204 Frederica, DE $171,838

Georgetown, DE $170,399 Greenwood, DE $171,189 Harbeson, DE $170,581 Harrington, DE $171,451 Hartly, DE $171,984 Houston, DE $171,206 Kenton, DE $172,458 Laurel, DE $170,297

Yorklyn, DE $171,860

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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$136,949

Average $172,021/year

$208,963

$11,412

Average $14,335/month

$17,414

$2,634

Average $3,308/week

$4,019

$66

Average $83/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$208,963	$17,414	$4,019	$100
Average	$172,021	$14,335	$3,308	$83
25th Percentile	$136,949	$11,412	$2,634	$66

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	$221,432	29%
VP of ESG Program	$179,659	4%

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