Assistant Director, Technical Program Management Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Director, Technical Program Management make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Director, Technical Program Management in the United States is $203,590 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $98.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $228,875
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $191,468 to $216,825
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $180,432
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Assistant Director, Technical Program Management Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $216,825 $18,069 $4,170 $104
Average $203,590 $16,966 $3,915 $98
25th Percentile $191,468 $15,956 $3,682 $92
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Director, Technical Program Management Salaries

An Assistant Director, Technical Program 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 Assistant Director, Technical Program Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Director, Technical Program 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): $117,920
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $139,426
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $178,803
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $200,833
  • Expert (over 8 years): $235,400
Levels Salary
Implement... Level Assistant Director, Technical Program Management$117,920
Implement... Level Assistant Director, Technical Program Management$139,426
Implement... Level Assistant Director, Technical Program Management$178,803
Assistant... Level Assistant Director, Technical Program Management$200,833
VP of Imp... Level Assistant Director, Technical Program Management$235,400
$117,920 0 yr
$139,426 < 2 yrs
$178,803 2-4 yrs
$200,833 5-8 yrs
$235,400 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assistant Director, Technical Program Management 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 Assistant Director, Technical Program Managements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $225,415.
  • California: $224,560.
  • Massachusetts: $221,567.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Director, Technical Program 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: $256,788
  • San Francisco: $253,976
  • Oakland: $248,624

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Director, Technical Program Management's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 6.48% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Billing (Mentioned in 1.44% Job Postings): Billing refers to the aspect of banking, whereby someone is charged accurately for what item they purchased.
  • Sales Presentation (Mentioned in 1.13% Job Postings): Delivery of a focused talk highlighting the advantages of a product or service intended to interest and persuade someone to purchase that product.
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Leadership 6.48%
Billing 1.44%
Sales Presentation 1.13%
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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 an Assistant Director, Technical Program Management's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Sales Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
 $219,877
8%
Accountability
 $219,877
8%
Sales Presentation
 $217,841
7%
Collaboration
 $217,841
7%
Insight
 $213,770
5%
Problem Solving
 $213,770
5%
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How Education impacts an Assistant Director, Technical Program Management's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Director, Technical Program 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 an Assistant Director, Technical Program Management with a Bachelor's Degree is between $193,738 and $212,252).

Assistant Director, Technical Program Management Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Director, Technical Program Management
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 8.5%
Associates 5.1%
Bachelors 51.3%
Masters 31.9%
Doctorate 2.8%
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Assistant Director, Technical Program Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Director, Technical Program 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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$191,468
Average $203,590/year
$216,825
$15,956
Average $16,966/month
$18,069
$3,682
Average $3,915/week
$4,170
$92
Average $98/hour
$104
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $216,825 $18,069 $4,170 $104
Average $203,590 $16,966 $3,915 $98
25th Percentile $191,468 $15,956 $3,682 $92

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Salary Trends for Assistant Director, Technical Program Management

Salaries for an Assistant Director, Technical Program Management can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $172,675 in 2023 to around $166,204 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Director, Technical Program Management salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Assistant Director, Technical Program Management Over Time

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$172,675
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