What are the main factors that influence an After School Program Director's salary?

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

How does experience change an After School Program Director's salary?

An After School Program Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $94,862 for beginners, reaching about $96,875 at mid-level, and approach $103,097 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an After School Program Director?

After School Program Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for After School Program Director roles are District of Columbia $112,156, California $111,731, Massachusetts $110,242. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of After School Program Director roles make?

Salaries for After School Program Director level roles vary by specialization: After School Program Manager: $143,628; After School Director: $112,506; After School Music Program Director: $107,943; After School Program Director/Teachers Aid: $88,048; After School Program Aide: $64,432.

After School Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an After School Program Director make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an After School Program Director in Delaware is $102,583 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,892
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,146 to $121,065
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,733

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After School Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,065	$10,089	$2,328	$58
Average	$102,583	$8,549	$1,973	$49
25th Percentile	$91,146	$7,596	$1,753	$44

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Key Factors That Influence After School Program Director Salaries

An After School Program 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 After School Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an After School Program 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): $94,862
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,327
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,875
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,733
Expert (over 8 years): $103,097

Levels	Salary
Entry Level After School Program Director	$94,862
Intermediate Level After School Program Director	$95,327
Senior Level After School Program Director	$96,875
Specialist Level After School Program Director	$98,733
Expert Level After School Program Director	$103,097

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

District of Columbia: $112,156.
California: $111,731.
Massachusetts: $110,242.

District of Columbia $112,156 California $111,731 Massachusetts $110,242 Washington $109,836 New Jersey $109,796 Alaska $109,654 Connecticut $108,256 New York $107,689

Hawaii $105,876 Rhode Island $105,025 Maryland $104,447 Minnesota $103,657 Colorado $103,353 Illinois $103,252 Oregon $102,867 Delaware $102,583

New Hampshire $102,405 Virginia $102,006 Pennsylvania $100,841 Nevada $100,254 North Dakota $100,061 Michigan $99,757 Wisconsin $99,646 Vermont $99,423

Texas $98,805 Maine $98,765 Arizona $98,704 Ohio $98,633 Georgia $97,701 Indiana $97,235 Wyoming $97,144 Utah $97,002

Iowa $96,941 Kansas $96,455 Louisiana $96,313 North Carolina $96,263 Missouri $96,242 Florida $95,847 Montana $95,634 Nebraska $95,432

Kentucky $95,320 South Carolina $94,915 Tennessee $94,662 Idaho $94,561 New Mexico $93,821 Oklahoma $93,659 Alabama $93,062 South Dakota $92,059

Arkansas $91,512 West Virginia $91,218 Mississippi $90,337

Top Paying Cities for After School Program 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: $106,169
Little Creek: $105,187
Magnolia: $105,622

Lincoln, DE $106,169 Little Creek, DE $105,187 Magnolia, DE $105,622 Milford, DE $106,169 Marydel, DE $104,792 Millsboro, DE $106,169 Millville, DE $106,878 Milton, DE $106,169

Nassau, DE $106,169 Ocean View, DE $106,878 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,878 Seaford, DE $105,055 Selbyville, DE $106,878 Smyrna, DE $104,670 Viola, DE $105,622 Woodside, DE $105,318

Bear, DE $103,900 Newark, DE $103,941 Claymont, DE $104,022 Delaware City, DE $103,941 Hockessin, DE $104,022 Kirkwood, DE $103,941 Middletown, DE $104,457 Montchanin, DE $104,022

New Castle, DE $104,022 Odessa, DE $104,599 Port Penn, DE $103,657 Rockland, DE $104,022 Saint Georges, DE $103,941 Townsend, DE $104,447 Winterthur, DE $104,022 Lewes, DE $106,169

Wilmington, DE $104,022 Dover, DE $105,136 Dover Afb, DE $105,379 Bethany Beach, DE $106,878 Bethel, DE $105,055 Bridgeville, DE $106,169 Camden Wyoming, DE $105,248 Cheswold, DE $104,893

Clayton, DE $104,630 Dagsboro, DE $106,878 Delmar, DE $105,055 Ellendale, DE $106,169 Felton, DE $106,169 Fenwick Island, DE $106,878 Frankford, DE $106,878 Frederica, DE $106,169

Georgetown, DE $106,169 Greenwood, DE $106,169 Harbeson, DE $106,169 Harrington, DE $106,169 Hartly, DE $104,579 Houston, DE $106,169 Kenton, DE $104,630 Laurel, DE $105,055

Yorklyn, DE $104,022

After School Program Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an After School Program 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 January 01, 2026

$91,146

Average $102,583/year

$121,065

$7,596

Average $8,549/month

$10,089

$1,753

Average $1,973/week

$2,328

$44

Average $49/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,065	$10,089	$2,328	$58
Average	$102,583	$8,549	$1,973	$49
25th Percentile	$91,146	$7,596	$1,753	$44

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