What are the main factors that influence a Planning Director's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Planning Director's salary?

A Planning Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $150,966 for beginners, reaching about $154,203 at mid-level, and approach $158,828 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Planning Director?

Planning Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Planning Director roles are District of Columbia $175,419, California $174,754, Massachusetts $172,425. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Planning Director roles make?

Salaries for Planning Director level roles vary by specialization: Strategic Planning Director: $218,680; Director of Strategy and Planning: $218,680; Director Of Planning: $212,419; Database Planning Director: $199,390; Network Planning Director: $188,954.

Planning Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Planning Director make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Planning Director in Delaware is $160,447 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $186,386
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $144,953 to $174,024
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,846

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Planning Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$174,024	$14,502	$3,347	$84
Average	$160,447	$13,371	$3,086	$77
25th Percentile	$144,953	$12,079	$2,788	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Planning Director Salaries

A Planning 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 Planning Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Planning 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $150,966
Early Career (1-2 years): $152,353
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $154,203
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $156,516
Expert (over 8 years): $158,828

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Planning Director	$150,966
Intermediate Level Planning Director	$152,353
Senior Level Planning Director	$154,203
Specialist Level Planning Director	$156,516
Expert Level Planning Director	$158,828

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

District of Columbia: $175,419.
California: $174,754.
Massachusetts: $172,425.

District of Columbia $175,419 California $174,754 Massachusetts $172,425 Washington $171,791 New Jersey $171,728 Alaska $171,506 Connecticut $169,319 New York $168,432

Hawaii $165,596 Rhode Island $164,265 Maryland $163,362 Minnesota $162,127 Colorado $161,651 Illinois $161,493 Oregon $160,891 Delaware $160,447

New Hampshire $160,168 Virginia $159,544 Pennsylvania $157,722 Nevada $156,803 North Dakota $156,502 Michigan $156,027 Wisconsin $155,853 Vermont $155,504

Texas $154,537 Maine $154,474 Arizona $154,379 Ohio $154,268 Georgia $152,811 Indiana $152,082 Wyoming $151,939 Utah $151,717

Iowa $151,622 Kansas $150,862 Louisiana $150,640 North Carolina $150,561 Missouri $150,529 Florida $149,911 Montana $149,578 Nebraska $149,262

Kentucky $149,087 South Carolina $148,454 Tennessee $148,058 Idaho $147,899 New Mexico $146,742 Oklahoma $146,489 Alabama $145,554 South Dakota $143,986

Arkansas $143,130 West Virginia $142,671 Mississippi $141,292

Top Paying Cities for Planning 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: $159,725
Little Creek: $160,894
Magnolia: $160,663

Lincoln, DE $159,725 Little Creek, DE $160,894 Magnolia, DE $160,663 Milford, DE $160,130 Marydel, DE $160,393 Millsboro, DE $159,054 Millville, DE $159,300 Milton, DE $159,576

Nassau, DE $159,691 Ocean View, DE $159,273 Rehoboth Beach, DE $159,579 Seaford, DE $159,669 Selbyville, DE $159,009 Smyrna, DE $161,005 Viola, DE $160,263 Woodside, DE $160,694

Bear, DE $160,324 Newark, DE $160,263 Claymont, DE $160,591 Delaware City, DE $160,423 Hockessin, DE $160,249 Kirkwood, DE $160,393 Middletown, DE $160,455 Montchanin, DE $160,286

New Castle, DE $160,309 Odessa, DE $160,534 Port Penn, DE $160,642 Rockland, DE $160,301 Saint Georges, DE $160,404 Townsend, DE $160,652 Winterthur, DE $160,320 Lewes, DE $159,638

Wilmington, DE $160,257 Dover, DE $160,894 Dover Afb, DE $160,046 Bethany Beach, DE $159,105 Bethel, DE $159,270 Bridgeville, DE $159,645 Camden Wyoming, DE $160,441 Cheswold, DE $160,842

Clayton, DE $160,846 Dagsboro, DE $158,994 Delmar, DE $158,739 Ellendale, DE $159,221 Felton, DE $160,118 Fenwick Island, DE $159,029 Frankford, DE $158,752 Frederica, DE $160,276

Georgetown, DE $158,934 Greenwood, DE $159,671 Harbeson, DE $159,104 Harrington, DE $159,915 Hartly, DE $160,412 Houston, DE $159,687 Kenton, DE $160,854 Laurel, DE $158,839

Yorklyn, DE $160,297

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

Understanding how a Planning 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$144,953

Average $160,447/year

$174,024

$12,079

Average $13,371/month

$14,502

$2,788

Average $3,086/week

$3,347

$70

Average $77/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$174,024	$14,502	$3,347	$84
Average	$160,447	$13,371	$3,086	$77
25th Percentile	$144,953	$12,079	$2,788	$70

Planning Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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Digital Transformation Director

Strategic Planning Director

VP of Business Operations Strategy

VP of Digital Transformation

SVP of Strategic Planning

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Planning 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.

Planning Director Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Business Operations Strategy Director	$219,554	37%
Digital Transformation Director	$201,587	26%
Strategic Planning Director	$221,457	38%

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