What are the main factors that influence a Director, Executive Recruiting'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 Director, Executive Recruiting?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Director, Executive Recruiting roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Director, Executive Recruiting's salary?

A Director, Executive Recruiting's salary grows with experience: a Recruiter IV (7+ years)earns $117,427, a Recruiting Supervisor (7+ years)earns $79,039, a Recruiting Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,648, a Recruiting Manager (7+ years)earns $116,382, a Director, Executive Recruiting (7+ years)earns $151,616,

What are the highest paying states for a Director, Executive Recruiting?

Director, Executive Recruiting salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Director, Executive Recruiting roles are District of Columbia $167,168, California $166,534, Massachusetts $164,315. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Director, Executive Recruiting roles make?

Salaries for Director, Executive Recruiting level roles vary by specialization: Top Employment & Recruiting Executive: $211,300; Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Director: $190,448; Associate Director of Recruiting: $157,033; Physician Recruiting Director: $150,300; Director Of Recruiting: $149,389.

Director, Executive Recruiting Salary in Delaware

How much does a Director, Executive Recruiting make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director, Executive Recruiting in Delaware is $152,900 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $186,257
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,309 to $170,360
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,665

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Director, Executive Recruiting Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,360	$14,197	$3,276	$82
Average	$152,900	$12,742	$2,940	$74
25th Percentile	$142,309	$11,859	$2,737	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Director, Executive Recruiting Salaries

A Director, Executive Recruiting'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, Executive Recruiting Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director, Executive Recruiting'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): $117,427
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,039
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,648
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,382
Expert (over 8 years): $151,616

Levels	Salary
Recruiter... Level Director, Executive Recruiting	$117,427
Recruitin... Level Director, Executive Recruiting	$79,039
Recruitin... Level Director, Executive Recruiting	$100,648
Recruitin... Level Director, Executive Recruiting	$116,382
Director,... Level Director, Executive Recruiting	$151,616

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How Do Director, Executive Recruiting 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 Director, Executive Recruitings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $167,168.
California: $166,534.
Massachusetts: $164,315.

District of Columbia $167,168 California $166,534 Massachusetts $164,315 Washington $163,711 New Jersey $163,650 Alaska $163,439 Connecticut $161,356 New York $160,510

Hawaii $157,807 Rhode Island $156,539 Maryland $155,679 Minnesota $154,501 Colorado $154,048 Illinois $153,897 Oregon $153,323 Delaware $152,900

New Hampshire $152,635 Virginia $152,040 Pennsylvania $150,304 Nevada $149,428 North Dakota $149,141 Michigan $148,688 Wisconsin $148,522 Vermont $148,190

Texas $147,269 Maine $147,208 Arizona $147,118 Ohio $147,012 Georgia $145,623 Indiana $144,929 Wyoming $144,793 Utah $144,581

Iowa $144,491 Kansas $143,766 Louisiana $143,555 North Carolina $143,479 Missouri $143,449 Florida $142,860 Montana $142,543 Nebraska $142,241

Kentucky $142,075 South Carolina $141,471 Tennessee $141,094 Idaho $140,943 New Mexico $139,840 Oklahoma $139,599 Alabama $138,708 South Dakota $137,213

Arkansas $136,398 West Virginia $135,960 Mississippi $134,647

Top Paying Cities for Director, Executive Recruitings

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: $152,212
Little Creek: $153,326
Magnolia: $153,106

Lincoln, DE $152,212 Little Creek, DE $153,326 Magnolia, DE $153,106 Milford, DE $152,599 Marydel, DE $152,849 Millsboro, DE $151,573 Millville, DE $151,807 Milton, DE $152,070

Nassau, DE $152,180 Ocean View, DE $151,782 Rehoboth Beach, DE $152,073 Seaford, DE $152,159 Selbyville, DE $151,530 Smyrna, DE $153,432 Viola, DE $152,725 Woodside, DE $153,136

Bear, DE $152,783 Newark, DE $152,725 Claymont, DE $153,038 Delaware City, DE $152,878 Hockessin, DE $152,712 Kirkwood, DE $152,849 Middletown, DE $152,908 Montchanin, DE $152,746

New Castle, DE $152,769 Odessa, DE $152,984 Port Penn, DE $153,086 Rockland, DE $152,762 Saint Georges, DE $152,860 Townsend, DE $153,095 Winterthur, DE $152,780 Lewes, DE $152,129

Wilmington, DE $152,719 Dover, DE $153,326 Dover Afb, DE $152,518 Bethany Beach, DE $151,622 Bethel, DE $151,779 Bridgeville, DE $152,137 Camden Wyoming, DE $152,894 Cheswold, DE $153,276

Clayton, DE $153,281 Dagsboro, DE $151,516 Delmar, DE $151,273 Ellendale, DE $151,732 Felton, DE $152,586 Fenwick Island, DE $151,549 Frankford, DE $151,285 Frederica, DE $152,737

Georgetown, DE $151,459 Greenwood, DE $152,161 Harbeson, DE $151,620 Harrington, DE $152,393 Hartly, DE $152,867 Houston, DE $152,176 Kenton, DE $153,289 Laurel, DE $151,368

Yorklyn, DE $152,757

Director, Executive Recruiting Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Director, Executive Recruiting roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Director, Executive Recruiting positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Director, Executive Recruiting as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Director, Executive Recruiting

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$191,126	$92.0	25%
Financial Services	$183,481	$88.0	20%
Healthcare	$183,481	$88.0	20%
Software & Networking	$183,481	$88.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$175,836	$85.0	15%

Director, Executive Recruiting Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Executive Recruiting'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

$142,309

Average $152,900/year

$170,360

$11,859

Average $12,742/month

$14,197

$2,737

Average $2,940/week

$3,276

$68

Average $74/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,360	$14,197	$3,276	$82
Average	$152,900	$12,742	$2,940	$74
25th Percentile	$142,309	$11,859	$2,737	$68

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