What are the main factors that influence an HRIS 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 HRIS Director?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for HRIS Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An HRIS Director's salary?

An HRIS Director's salary grows with experience: an HRIS Supervisor (7+ years)earns $104,308, an HRIS Supervisor, Senior (7+ years)earns $114,368, a HRIS Manager (7+ years)earns $141,608, an HRIS Director (7+ years)earns $153,094, a VP of HRIS (7+ years)earns $218,948,

What are the highest paying states for an HRIS Director?

HRIS Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for HRIS Director roles are District of Columbia $167,380, California $166,745, Massachusetts $164,523. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of HRIS Director roles make?

Salaries for HRIS Director level roles vary by specialization: Director of HRIS: $151,200; HRIS Administrator: $144,160; Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Manager: $139,840; HRIS Manager: $139,832; HRIS Supervisor: $103,000.

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HRIS Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an HRIS Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an HRIS Director in Delaware is $153,094 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,633
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,965 to $164,892
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,012

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HRIS Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,892	$13,741	$3,171	$79
Average	$153,094	$12,758	$2,944	$74
25th Percentile	$139,965	$11,664	$2,692	$67

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Key Factors That Influence HRIS Director Salaries

An HRIS 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 HRIS Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an HRIS 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:

HRIS Supervisor (7+ years): $104,308
HRIS Supervisor, Senior (7+ years): $114,368
HRIS Manager (7+ years): $141,608
HRIS Director (7+ years): $153,094
VP of HRIS (7+ years): $218,948

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
HRIS Supervisor	7+ years	$104,308
HRIS Supervisor, Senior	7+ years	$114,368
HRIS Manager	7+ years	$141,608
HRIS Director	7+ years	$153,094
VP of HRIS	7+ years	$218,948

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

District of Columbia: $167,380.
California: $166,745.
Massachusetts: $164,523.

District of Columbia $167,380 California $166,745 Massachusetts $164,523 Washington $163,918 New Jersey $163,857 Alaska $163,646 Connecticut $161,560 New York $160,713

Hawaii $158,007 Rhode Island $156,737 Maryland $155,876 Minnesota $154,696 Colorado $154,243 Illinois $154,092 Oregon $153,517 Delaware $153,094

New Hampshire $152,828 Virginia $152,232 Pennsylvania $150,494 Nevada $149,617 North Dakota $149,330 Michigan $148,876 Wisconsin $148,710 Vermont $148,377

Texas $147,455 Maine $147,395 Arizona $147,304 Ohio $147,198 Georgia $145,807 Indiana $145,112 Wyoming $144,976 Utah $144,764

Iowa $144,674 Kansas $143,948 Louisiana $143,736 North Carolina $143,661 Missouri $143,630 Florida $143,041 Montana $142,723 Nebraska $142,421

Kentucky $142,255 South Carolina $141,650 Tennessee $141,272 Idaho $141,121 New Mexico $140,017 Oklahoma $139,775 Alabama $138,884 South Dakota $137,387

Arkansas $136,571 West Virginia $136,132 Mississippi $134,817

Top Paying Cities for HRIS 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: $152,405
Little Creek: $153,520
Magnolia: $153,300

Lincoln, DE $152,405 Little Creek, DE $153,520 Magnolia, DE $153,300 Milford, DE $152,792 Marydel, DE $153,043 Millsboro, DE $151,765 Millville, DE $151,999 Milton, DE $152,262

Nassau, DE $152,373 Ocean View, DE $151,974 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,265 Seaford, DE $152,352 Selbyville, DE $151,721 Smyrna, DE $153,626 Viola, DE $152,919 Woodside, DE $153,330

Bear, DE $152,976 Newark, DE $152,919 Claymont, DE $153,231 Delaware City, DE $153,071 Hockessin, DE $152,905 Kirkwood, DE $153,043 Middletown, DE $153,101 Montchanin, DE $152,940

New Castle, DE $152,962 Odessa, DE $153,177 Port Penn, DE $153,280 Rockland, DE $152,955 Saint Georges, DE $153,053 Townsend, DE $153,289 Winterthur, DE $152,973 Lewes, DE $152,321

Wilmington, DE $152,913 Dover, DE $153,520 Dover Afb, DE $152,711 Bethany Beach, DE $151,813 Bethel, DE $151,971 Bridgeville, DE $152,329 Camden Wyoming, DE $153,088 Cheswold, DE $153,470

Clayton, DE $153,475 Dagsboro, DE $151,708 Delmar, DE $151,464 Ellendale, DE $151,924 Felton, DE $152,779 Fenwick Island, DE $151,741 Frankford, DE $151,476 Frederica, DE $152,931

Georgetown, DE $151,650 Greenwood, DE $152,353 Harbeson, DE $151,812 Harrington, DE $152,586 Hartly, DE $153,061 Houston, DE $152,368 Kenton, DE $153,482 Laurel, DE $151,559

Yorklyn, DE $152,950

HRIS Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

HRIS Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $171,234. While startup companies pay approximate $144,813.

HRIS Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$144,813
Growth Stage	51~500	$153,162
Established	501~5000	$165,359
Enterprise	5000+	$171,234

HRIS Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For HRIS Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, HRIS Director positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view HRIS Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an HRIS Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$183,713	$88.0	20%

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

Understanding how an HRIS 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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$139,965

Average $153,094/year

$164,892

$11,664

Average $12,758/month

$13,741

$2,692

Average $2,944/week

$3,171

$67

Average $74/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$164,892	$13,741	$3,171	$79
Average	$153,094	$12,758	$2,944	$74
25th Percentile	$139,965	$11,664	$2,692	$67

HRIS Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an HRIS Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of HRIS role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $218,948 - a projected growth of 43% over your current level.

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