What are the main factors that influence a Technical Support Engineering 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 Technical Support Engineering Director's salary?

A Technical Support Engineering Director's salary grows with experience: a Technical Support Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,781, a Technical Support Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $123,217, a Technical Support Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $137,857, a Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $181,189, a Technical Support Engineering Director (10+ years)earns $203,480,

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Support Engineering Director?

Technical Support Engineering Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Support Engineering Director roles are District of Columbia $203,480, California $202,708, Massachusetts $200,007. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Support Engineering Director roles make?

Salaries for Technical Support Engineering Director level roles vary by specialization: Technical Engineering Director: $200,980; Engineering Director: $200,974; Technical Solutions Support Engineering Director: $183,800; Technical Solutions Support Engineering Manager, Sr.: $163,700; Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager: $163,646.

Technical Support Engineering Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Technical Support Engineering Director make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Support Engineering Director in District of Columbia is $203,480 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $98.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $220,751
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $180,907 to $212,520
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $160,354

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Technical Support Engineering Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$212,520	$17,710	$4,087	$102
Average	$203,480	$16,957	$3,913	$98
25th Percentile	$180,907	$15,076	$3,479	$87

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Support Engineering Director Salaries

A Technical Support Engineering 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 Technical Support Engineering Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Support Engineering 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:

Technical Support Engineer V (7-10 years): $166,781
Technical Support Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $123,217
Technical Support Engineering Manager (10+ years): $137,857
Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $181,189
Technical Support Engineering Director (10+ years): $203,480

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Technical Support Engineer V	7-10 years	$166,781
Technical Support Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$123,217
Technical Support Engineering Manager	10+ years	$137,857
Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager	10+ years	$181,189
Technical Support Engineering Director	10+ years	$203,480

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

District of Columbia: $203,480.
California: $202,708.
Massachusetts: $200,007.

District of Columbia $203,480 California $202,708 Massachusetts $200,007 Washington $199,272 New Jersey $199,198 Alaska $198,941 Connecticut $196,405 New York $195,375

Hawaii $192,086 Rhode Island $190,542 Maryland $189,495 Minnesota $188,061 Colorado $187,510 Illinois $187,326 Oregon $186,628 Delaware $186,113

New Hampshire $185,790 Virginia $185,065 Pennsylvania $182,952 Nevada $181,886 North Dakota $181,537 Michigan $180,986 Wisconsin $180,783 Vermont $180,379

Texas $179,258 Maine $179,185 Arizona $179,074 Ohio $178,946 Georgia $177,255 Indiana $176,409 Wyoming $176,244 Utah $175,987

Iowa $175,877 Kansas $174,994 Louisiana $174,737 North Carolina $174,645 Missouri $174,608 Florida $173,892 Montana $173,506 Nebraska $173,138

Kentucky $172,936 South Carolina $172,201 Tennessee $171,741 Idaho $171,558 New Mexico $170,216 Oklahoma $169,922 Alabama $168,838 South Dakota $167,018

Arkansas $166,026 West Virginia $165,493 Mississippi $163,894

Top Paying Cities for Technical Support Engineering 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: $202,376
Washington: $202,377
Naval Anacost Annex: $202,368

Parcel Return Service, DC $202,376 Washington, DC $202,377 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $202,368 Washington Navy Yard, DC $202,376

Technical Support Engineering Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Support Engineering 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

$180,907

Average $203,480/year

$212,520

$15,076

Average $16,957/month

$17,710

$3,479

Average $3,913/week

$4,087

$87

Average $98/hour

$102

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$212,520	$17,710	$4,087	$102
Average	$203,480	$16,957	$3,913	$98
25th Percentile	$180,907	$15,076	$3,479	$87

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