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

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Aquatic Director roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Aquatic Director's salary?

An Aquatic Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $44,690 for beginners, reaching about $46,096 at mid-level, and approach $48,543 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Aquatic Director?

Aquatic Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aquatic Director roles are District of Columbia $50,043, California $49,853, Massachusetts $49,189. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aquatic Director roles make?

Salaries for Aquatic Director level roles vary by specialization: Aquatic Specialist: $113,454; Aquatic Scientist: $97,468; Aquatic Biologist: $80,763; Aquatic Foreman: $61,176; Aquatic Ecologist: $61,035.

Aquatic Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aquatic Director make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aquatic Director in Delaware is $45,772 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,192
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,982 to $50,703
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,889

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Aquatic Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,703	$4,225	$975	$24
Average	$45,772	$3,814	$880	$22
25th Percentile	$37,982	$3,165	$730	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Aquatic Director Salaries

An Aquatic 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 Aquatic Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aquatic 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): $44,690
Early Career (1-2 years): $45,014
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,096
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,395
Expert (over 8 years): $48,543

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Aquatic Director	$44,690
Intermediate Level Aquatic Director	$45,014
Senior Level Aquatic Director	$46,096
Specialist Level Aquatic Director	$47,395
Expert Level Aquatic Director	$48,543

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

District of Columbia: $50,043.
California: $49,853.
Massachusetts: $49,189.

District of Columbia $50,043 California $49,853 Massachusetts $49,189 Washington $49,008 New Jersey $48,990 Alaska $48,927 Connecticut $48,303 New York $48,050

Hawaii $47,241 Rhode Island $46,861 Maryland $46,604 Minnesota $46,251 Colorado $46,115 Illinois $46,070 Oregon $45,898 Delaware $45,772

New Hampshire $45,692 Virginia $45,514 Pennsylvania $44,995 Nevada $44,732 North Dakota $44,646 Michigan $44,511 Wisconsin $44,461 Vermont $44,362

Texas $44,086 Maine $44,068 Arizona $44,041 Ohio $44,009 Georgia $43,593 Indiana $43,385 Wyoming $43,345 Utah $43,282

Iowa $43,254 Kansas $43,037 Louisiana $42,974 North Carolina $42,952 Missouri $42,943 Florida $42,766 Montana $42,671 Nebraska $42,581

Kentucky $42,531 South Carolina $42,350 Tennessee $42,237 Idaho $42,192 New Mexico $41,862 Oklahoma $41,790 Alabama $41,523 South Dakota $41,076

Arkansas $40,832 West Virginia $40,701 Mississippi $40,307

Top Paying Cities for Aquatic 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: $45,566
Little Creek: $45,899
Magnolia: $45,833

Lincoln, DE $45,566 Little Creek, DE $45,899 Magnolia, DE $45,833 Milford, DE $45,682 Marydel, DE $45,757 Millsboro, DE $45,375 Millville, DE $45,445 Milton, DE $45,523

Nassau, DE $45,556 Ocean View, DE $45,437 Rehoboth Beach, DE $45,524 Seaford, DE $45,550 Selbyville, DE $45,362 Smyrna, DE $45,931 Viola, DE $45,719 Woodside, DE $45,842

Bear, DE $45,737 Newark, DE $45,719 Claymont, DE $45,813 Delaware City, DE $45,765 Hockessin, DE $45,715 Kirkwood, DE $45,757 Middletown, DE $45,774 Montchanin, DE $45,726

New Castle, DE $45,733 Odessa, DE $45,797 Port Penn, DE $45,828 Rockland, DE $45,730 Saint Georges, DE $45,760 Townsend, DE $45,830 Winterthur, DE $45,736 Lewes, DE $45,541

Wilmington, DE $45,718 Dover, DE $45,899 Dover Afb, DE $45,658 Bethany Beach, DE $45,389 Bethel, DE $45,436 Bridgeville, DE $45,543 Camden Wyoming, DE $45,770 Cheswold, DE $45,884

Clayton, DE $45,886 Dagsboro, DE $45,357 Delmar, DE $45,285 Ellendale, DE $45,422 Felton, DE $45,678 Fenwick Island, DE $45,367 Frankford, DE $45,288 Frederica, DE $45,723

Georgetown, DE $45,340 Greenwood, DE $45,550 Harbeson, DE $45,389 Harrington, DE $45,620 Hartly, DE $45,762 Houston, DE $45,555 Kenton, DE $45,888 Laurel, DE $45,313

Yorklyn, DE $45,729

Aquatic Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aquatic Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Hospitality & Leisure, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Aquatic Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Aquatic Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Aquatic Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$50,349	$24.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Aquatic 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 August 01, 2026

$37,982

Average $45,772/year

$50,703

$3,165

Average $3,814/month

$4,225

$730

Average $880/week

$975

$18

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,703	$4,225	$975	$24
Average	$45,772	$3,814	$880	$22
25th Percentile	$37,982	$3,165	$730	$18

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