Director, Enterprise Applications Salary in California

How much does a Director, Enterprise Applications make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director, Enterprise Applications in California is $231,319 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $111.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $266,870
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $212,476 to $249,928
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $195,321
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Director, Enterprise Applications Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $249,928 $20,827 $4,806 $120
Average $231,319 $19,277 $4,448 $111
25th Percentile $212,476 $17,706 $4,086 $102
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Key Factors That Influence Director, Enterprise Applications Salaries

A Director, Enterprise Applications'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 Director, Enterprise Applications Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director, Enterprise Applications'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): $169,791
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $202,263
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $229,951
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $261,432
  • Expert (over 8 years): $328,504
Levels Salary
Systems A... Level Director, Enterprise Applications$169,791
Systems A... Level Director, Enterprise Applications$202,263
Director,... Level Director, Enterprise Applications$229,951
Systems A... Level Director, Enterprise Applications$261,432
SVP of Sy... Level Director, Enterprise Applications$328,504
$169,791 0 yr
$202,263 < 2 yrs
$229,951 2-4 yrs
$261,432 5-8 yrs
$328,504 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Director, Enterprise Applications

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:

  • Los Angeles: $231,717
  • West Hollywood: $231,550
  • Dodgertown: $231,715

Director, Enterprise Applications Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Director, Enterprise Applications roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Director, Enterprise Applications positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Director, Enterprise Applications as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Director, Enterprise Applications

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$289,149$139.025%
Software & Networking$277,583$133.020%
Energy & Utilities$254,451$122.010%
Financial Services$254,451$122.010%
Internet$254,451$122.010%

Director, Enterprise Applications Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Enterprise Applications'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

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    El Segundo, CA

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