Director, Clinical Data Management Salary in the United States

How much does a Director, Clinical Data Management make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director, Clinical Data Management in the United States is $183,384 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $214,601
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $172,860 to $199,724
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $163,278
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Director, Clinical Data Management Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $199,724 $16,644 $3,841 $96
Average $183,384 $15,282 $3,527 $88
25th Percentile $172,860 $14,405 $3,324 $83
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Key Factors That Influence Director, Clinical Data Management Salaries

A Director, Clinical Data Management'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Director, Clinical Data Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director, Clinical Data Management'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): $109,601
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $139,887
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $182,182
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $199,409
  • Expert (over 8 years): $220,675
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Database ... Level Director, Clinical Data Management$109,601
Database ... Level Director, Clinical Data Management$139,887
Director,... Level Director, Clinical Data Management$182,182
Database ... Level Director, Clinical Data Management$199,409
VP of Dat... Level Director, Clinical Data Management$220,675
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$139,887 < 2 yrs
$182,182 2-4 yrs
$199,409 5-8 yrs
$220,675 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Director, Clinical Data Managements

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:

  • San Jose: $231,302
  • San Francisco: $228,770
  • Oakland: $223,949

What Skills Can Increase a Director, Clinical Data Management's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 8.14% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Oracle (Mentioned in 1.5% Job Postings): Applying Oracle to manage data and information applications effectively.
  • Line Management (Mentioned in 1.12% Job Postings): Line management refers to the management of employees who are directly involved in the production or delivery of products, goods and/or services
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Leadership 8.14%
Oracle 1.5%
Line Management 1.12%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Director, Clinical Data Management's salary.
  • Quality Management: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Data Acquisition: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Client Relationship: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Quality Management
 $199,889
9%
Data Acquisition
 $194,387
6%
Client Relationship
 $194,387
6%
KPI
 $188,886
3%
Influencing
 $188,886
3%
People Management
 $188,886
3%
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Director, Clinical Data Management Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Director, Clinical Data Management roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Director, Clinical Data Management positions in Retail & Wholesale or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Director, Clinical Data Management as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Director, Clinical Data Management

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$220,061$106.020%
Biotechnology$220,061$106.020%
Financial Services$220,061$106.020%
Healthcare$220,061$106.020%
Software & Networking$220,061$106.020%

How Education impacts a Director, Clinical Data Management's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director, Clinical Data Managements enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Director, Clinical Data Management with a Bachelor's Degree is between $181,486 and $192,070).

Director, Clinical Data Management Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director, Clinical Data Management
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.3%
High School 4.3%
Associates 25.5%
Bachelors 68.1%
Masters 25.5%
Doctorate 2.1%
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Director, Clinical Data Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Clinical Data Management'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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$172,860
Average $183,384/year
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Average $15,282/month
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Average $3,527/week
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Average $88/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $199,724 $16,644 $3,841 $96
Average $183,384 $15,282 $3,527 $88
25th Percentile $172,860 $14,405 $3,324 $83

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Salary Trends for Director, Clinical Data Management

Salaries for a Director, Clinical Data Management can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $165,515 in 2023 to around $162,598 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director, Clinical Data Management salary trends, .

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