What are the main factors that influence a Project 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 Project Management Director?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Management Director roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

What are the highest paying states for a Project Management Director?

Project Management Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Management Director roles are District of Columbia $231,773, California $230,894, Massachusetts $227,817. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Management Director roles make?

Salaries for Project Management Director level roles vary by specialization: Internal Project Management Director: $209,400; Project Strategy and Management Director: $209,390; IT Project Management and Delivery Director: $207,082; Project Management Office Director: $177,135; Associate Director, Project Management: $176,100.

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Project Management Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Management Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Management Director in Delaware is $211,991 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $256,549
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $191,756 to $235,314
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $173,332

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Project Management Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$235,314	$19,610	$4,525	$113
Average	$211,991	$17,666	$4,077	$102
25th Percentile	$191,756	$15,980	$3,688	$92

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Key Factors That Influence Project Management Director Salaries

A Project Management Director's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

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

District of Columbia: $231,773.
California: $230,894.
Massachusetts: $227,817.

District of Columbia $231,773 California $230,894 Massachusetts $227,817 Washington $226,980 New Jersey $226,896 Alaska $226,603 Connecticut $223,714 New York $222,542

Hawaii $218,795 Rhode Island $217,036 Maryland $215,843 Minnesota $214,210 Colorado $213,582 Illinois $213,373 Oregon $212,577 Delaware $211,991

New Hampshire $211,623 Virginia $210,798 Pennsylvania $208,391 Nevada $207,177 North Dakota $206,779 Michigan $206,151 Wisconsin $205,921 Vermont $205,460

Texas $204,183 Maine $204,099 Arizona $203,974 Ohio $203,827 Georgia $201,901 Indiana $200,939 Wyoming $200,750 Utah $200,457

Iowa $200,331 Kansas $199,327 Louisiana $199,034 North Carolina $198,929 Missouri $198,887 Florida $198,071 Montana $197,631 Nebraska $197,212

Kentucky $196,982 South Carolina $196,145 Tennessee $195,622 Idaho $195,412 New Mexico $193,884 Oklahoma $193,549 Alabama $192,314 South Dakota $190,242

Arkansas $189,111 West Virginia $188,504 Mississippi $186,683

Top Paying Cities for Project 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:

Lincoln: $211,037
Little Creek: $212,582
Magnolia: $212,276

Lincoln, DE $211,037 Little Creek, DE $212,582 Magnolia, DE $212,276 Milford, DE $211,573 Marydel, DE $211,920 Millsboro, DE $210,151 Millville, DE $210,476 Milton, DE $210,840

Nassau, DE $210,993 Ocean View, DE $210,440 Rehoboth Beach, DE $210,844 Seaford, DE $210,964 Selbyville, DE $210,091 Smyrna, DE $212,728 Viola, DE $211,749 Woodside, DE $212,318

Bear, DE $211,828 Newark, DE $211,749 Claymont, DE $212,182 Delaware City, DE $211,960 Hockessin, DE $211,730 Kirkwood, DE $211,920 Middletown, DE $212,002 Montchanin, DE $211,778

New Castle, DE $211,809 Odessa, DE $212,106 Port Penn, DE $212,249 Rockland, DE $211,799 Saint Georges, DE $211,935 Townsend, DE $212,261 Winterthur, DE $211,824 Lewes, DE $210,922

Wilmington, DE $211,740 Dover, DE $212,582 Dover Afb, DE $211,462 Bethany Beach, DE $210,218 Bethel, DE $210,436 Bridgeville, DE $210,932 Camden Wyoming, DE $211,983 Cheswold, DE $212,513

Clayton, DE $212,519 Dagsboro, DE $210,072 Delmar, DE $209,735 Ellendale, DE $210,371 Felton, DE $211,556 Fenwick Island, DE $210,118 Frankford, DE $209,751 Frederica, DE $211,765

Georgetown, DE $209,992 Greenwood, DE $210,966 Harbeson, DE $210,216 Harrington, DE $211,288 Hartly, DE $211,945 Houston, DE $210,987 Kenton, DE $212,529 Laurel, DE $209,867

Yorklyn, DE $211,792

Project Management Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Project Management Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $237,111. While startup companies pay approximate $200,525.

Project Management Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$200,525
Growth Stage	51~500	$212,086
Established	501~5000	$228,976
Enterprise	5000+	$237,111

Project Management Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Management Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Project Management Director positions in Media or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Management Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Management Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$275,589	$132.0	30%
Software & Networking	$264,989	$127.0	25%
Financial Services	$254,390	$122.0	20%
Internet	$254,390	$122.0	20%
Chemicals	$233,190	$112.0	10%

Project Management Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project 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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$191,756

Average $211,991/year

$235,314

$15,980

Average $17,666/month

$19,610

$3,688

Average $4,077/week

$4,525

$92

Average $102/hour

$113

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$235,314	$19,610	$4,525	$113
Average	$211,991	$17,666	$4,077	$102
25th Percentile	$191,756	$15,980	$3,688	$92

Project Management Director Salary Growth & Career Path

Project Management Director

VP of Engineering Program Management

VP of Project Management

VP of Program Management Office

SVP of Project Management

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

Project Management Director Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
VP of Engineering Program Management	$245,410	16%
VP of Project Management	$253,634	20%
VP of Program Management Office	$248,184	17%

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