What are the main factors that influence an IT Change Management 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 IT Change Management Director?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for IT Change Management Director roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An IT Change Management Director's salary?

An IT Change Management Director's salary grows with experience: an IT Change Management Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $116,713, an IT Change Management Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $145,174, an IT Change Management Manager (7+ years)earns $153,453, an IT Change Management Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $191,075, an IT Change Management Director (7+ years)earns $217,800,

What are the highest paying states for an IT Change Management Director?

IT Change Management Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for IT Change Management Director roles are District of Columbia $217,800, California $216,973, Massachusetts $214,082. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of IT Change Management Director roles make?

Salaries for IT Change Management Director level roles vary by specialization: IT Organizational Change Management Director: $196,800; Technical Change Management Director: $196,720; Change Management Director: $188,985; IT Organizational Change Management Senior Manager: $172,600; IT Change Management Senior Manager: $172,575.

IT Change Management Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an IT Change Management Director make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an IT Change Management Director in District of Columbia is $217,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $105.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $237,234
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $203,255 to $227,972
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $190,014

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IT Change Management Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$227,972	$18,998	$4,384	$110
Average	$217,800	$18,150	$4,188	$105
25th Percentile	$203,255	$16,938	$3,909	$98

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Key Factors That Influence IT Change Management Director Salaries

An IT Change 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 IT Change Management Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an IT Change 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:

IT Change Management Analyst III (4-7 years): $116,713
IT Change Management Analyst IV (7+ years): $145,174
IT Change Management Manager (7+ years): $153,453
IT Change Management Senior Manager (7+ years): $191,075
IT Change Management Director (7+ years): $217,800

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
IT Change Management Analyst III	4-7 years	$116,713
IT Change Management Analyst IV	7+ years	$145,174
IT Change Management Manager	7+ years	$153,453
IT Change Management Senior Manager	7+ years	$191,075
IT Change Management Director	7+ years	$217,800

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

District of Columbia: $217,800.
California: $216,973.
Massachusetts: $214,082.

District of Columbia $217,800 California $216,973 Massachusetts $214,082 Washington $213,295 New Jersey $213,216 Alaska $212,941 Connecticut $210,226 New York $209,125

Hawaii $205,603 Rhode Island $203,951 Maryland $202,830 Minnesota $201,295 Colorado $200,705 Illinois $200,509 Oregon $199,761 Delaware $199,210

New Hampshire $198,864 Virginia $198,089 Pennsylvania $195,827 Nevada $194,686 North Dakota $194,312 Michigan $193,722 Wisconsin $193,506 Vermont $193,073

Texas $191,873 Maine $191,794 Arizona $191,676 Ohio $191,538 Georgia $189,729 Indiana $188,824 Wyoming $188,647 Utah $188,371

Iowa $188,253 Kansas $187,309 Louisiana $187,034 North Carolina $186,935 Missouri $186,896 Florida $186,129 Montana $185,716 Nebraska $185,322

Kentucky $185,106 South Carolina $184,319 Tennessee $183,827 Idaho $183,631 New Mexico $182,195 Oklahoma $181,880 Alabama $180,719 South Dakota $178,772

Arkansas $177,710 West Virginia $177,139 Mississippi $175,428

Top Paying Cities for IT Change 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:

Parcel Return Service: $216,617
Washington: $216,619
Naval Anacost Annex: $216,609

Parcel Return Service, DC $216,617 Washington, DC $216,619 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $216,609 Washington Navy Yard, DC $216,617

IT Change Management Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

IT Change Management Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $243,607. While startup companies pay approximate $206,019.

IT Change Management Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$206,019
Growth Stage	51~500	$217,897
Established	501~5000	$235,249
Enterprise	5000+	$243,607

IT Change Management Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For IT Change Management Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, IT Change Management Director positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view IT Change Management Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an IT Change Management Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$272,249	$131.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$250,469	$120.0	15%
Software & Networking	$250,469	$120.0	15%
Construction	$239,579	$115.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$239,579	$115.0	10%

IT Change Management Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an IT Change 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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$203,255

Average $217,800/year

$227,972

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Average $18,150/month

$18,998

$3,909

Average $4,188/week

$4,384

$98

Average $105/hour

$110

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$227,972	$18,998	$4,384	$110
Average	$217,800	$18,150	$4,188	$105
25th Percentile	$203,255	$16,938	$3,909	$98

IT Change Management Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an IT Change Management Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Change Management role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $265,084 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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