What are the main factors that influence a Director, Learning & Development's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Director, Learning & Development's salary?

A Director, Learning & Development's salary grows with experience: an Director, Learning & Development (0-0 years)earns $141,204, a Chief Academic Officer (0-0 years)earns $210,023, a University Vice President (0-0 years)earns $253,520, a University President (0-0 years)earns $308,292,

What are the highest paying states for a Director, Learning & Development?

Director, Learning & Development salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Director, Learning & Development roles are District of Columbia $156,249, California $155,656, Massachusetts $153,582. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Director, Learning & Development roles make?

Salaries for Director, Learning & Development level roles vary by specialization: Machine Learning Engineering Director: $228,290; Director of Learning and Development: $200,940; Director People Development and Learning: $198,090; Director of Organizational Learning and Development: $198,050; Organizational Development Director: $198,047.

Director, Learning & Development Salary in Delaware

How much does a Director, Learning & Development make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director, Learning & Development in Delaware is $142,913 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, a Director, Learning & Development's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $187,340
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $125,622 to $166,168
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,880

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Director, Learning & Development Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,168	$13,847	$3,196	$80
Average	$142,913	$11,909	$2,748	$69
25th Percentile	$125,622	$10,469	$2,416	$60

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Key Factors That Influence Director, Learning & Development Salaries

A Director, Learning & Development'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 Do Director, Learning & Development 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, Learning & Developments. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $156,249.
California: $155,656.
Massachusetts: $153,582.

District of Columbia $156,249 California $155,656 Massachusetts $153,582 Washington $153,018 New Jersey $152,961 Alaska $152,763 Connecticut $150,816 New York $150,026

Hawaii $147,500 Rhode Island $146,314 Maryland $145,510 Minnesota $144,409 Colorado $143,986 Illinois $143,845 Oregon $143,308 Delaware $142,913

New Hampshire $142,665 Virginia $142,109 Pennsylvania $140,486 Nevada $139,667 North Dakota $139,399 Michigan $138,976 Wisconsin $138,821 Vermont $138,510

Texas $137,649 Maine $137,593 Arizona $137,508 Ohio $137,410 Georgia $136,111 Indiana $135,462 Wyoming $135,335 Utah $135,137

Iowa $135,053 Kansas $134,375 Louisiana $134,178 North Carolina $134,107 Missouri $134,079 Florida $133,529 Montana $133,232 Nebraska $132,950

Kentucky $132,795 South Carolina $132,230 Tennessee $131,878 Idaho $131,736 New Mexico $130,706 Oklahoma $130,480 Alabama $129,648 South Dakota $128,251

Arkansas $127,489 West Virginia $127,079 Mississippi $125,852

Top Paying Cities for Director, Learning & Developments

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: $147,909
Little Creek: $146,540
Magnolia: $147,147

Lincoln, DE $147,909 Little Creek, DE $146,540 Magnolia, DE $147,147 Milford, DE $147,909 Marydel, DE $145,990 Millsboro, DE $147,909 Millville, DE $148,897 Milton, DE $147,909

Nassau, DE $147,909 Ocean View, DE $148,897 Rehoboth Beach, DE $148,897 Seaford, DE $146,357 Selbyville, DE $148,897 Smyrna, DE $145,820 Viola, DE $147,147 Woodside, DE $146,724

Bear, DE $144,748 Newark, DE $144,804 Claymont, DE $144,917 Delaware City, DE $144,804 Hockessin, DE $144,917 Kirkwood, DE $144,804 Middletown, DE $145,524 Montchanin, DE $144,917

New Castle, DE $144,917 Odessa, DE $145,722 Port Penn, DE $144,409 Rockland, DE $144,917 Saint Georges, DE $144,804 Townsend, DE $145,510 Winterthur, DE $144,917 Lewes, DE $147,909

Wilmington, DE $144,917 Dover, DE $146,469 Dover Afb, DE $146,808 Bethany Beach, DE $148,897 Bethel, DE $146,357 Bridgeville, DE $147,909 Camden Wyoming, DE $146,625 Cheswold, DE $146,131

Clayton, DE $145,764 Dagsboro, DE $148,897 Delmar, DE $146,357 Ellendale, DE $147,909 Felton, DE $147,909 Fenwick Island, DE $148,897 Frankford, DE $148,897 Frederica, DE $147,909

Georgetown, DE $147,909 Greenwood, DE $147,909 Harbeson, DE $147,909 Harrington, DE $147,909 Hartly, DE $145,693 Houston, DE $147,909 Kenton, DE $145,764 Laurel, DE $146,357

Yorklyn, DE $144,917

Director, Learning & Development Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Learning & Development'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 April 01, 2026

$125,622

Average $142,913/year

$166,168

$10,469

Average $11,909/month

$13,847

$2,416

Average $2,748/week

$3,196

$60

Average $69/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,168	$13,847	$3,196	$80
Average	$142,913	$11,909	$2,748	$69
25th Percentile	$125,622	$10,469	$2,416	$60

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