What are the main factors that influence a Program Director IDD's salary?

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

How does experience change a Program Director IDD's salary?

A Program Director IDD's salary grows with experience: starting around $144,551 for beginners, reaching about $146,123 at mid-level, and approach $149,461 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Program Director IDD?

Program Director IDD salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Director IDD roles are District of Columbia $164,860, California $164,234, Massachusetts $162,046. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Director IDD roles make?

Salaries for Program Director IDD level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Management Director: $209,948; CRM Program Director: $178,685; Program Director: $151,385; Program Manager IDD Services: $148,985; Residency Program Director: $132,341.

Program Director IDD Salary in Delaware

How much does a Program Director IDD make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Director IDD in Delaware is $150,789 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $185,277
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,481 to $168,841
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,365

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Program Director IDD Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,841	$14,070	$3,247	$81
Average	$150,789	$12,566	$2,900	$72
25th Percentile	$137,481	$11,457	$2,644	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Program Director IDD Salaries

A Program Director IDD'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 Program Director IDD Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Director IDD'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): $144,551
Early Career (1-2 years): $145,141
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $146,123
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,497
Expert (over 8 years): $149,461

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Program Director IDD	$144,551
Intermediate Level Program Director IDD	$145,141
Senior Level Program Director IDD	$146,123
Specialist Level Program Director IDD	$147,497
Expert Level Program Director IDD	$149,461

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How Do Program Director IDD 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 Program Director IDDs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $164,860.
California: $164,234.
Massachusetts: $162,046.

District of Columbia $164,860 California $164,234 Massachusetts $162,046 Washington $161,450 New Jersey $161,391 Alaska $161,182 Connecticut $159,127 New York $158,293

Hawaii $155,628 Rhode Island $154,377 Maryland $153,529 Minnesota $152,367 Colorado $151,921 Illinois $151,772 Oregon $151,206 Delaware $150,789

New Hampshire $150,527 Virginia $149,940 Pennsylvania $148,228 Nevada $147,364 North Dakota $147,081 Michigan $146,635 Wisconsin $146,471 Vermont $146,143

Texas $145,235 Maine $145,176 Arizona $145,086 Ohio $144,982 Georgia $143,612 Indiana $142,927 Wyoming $142,793 Utah $142,585

Iowa $142,495 Kansas $141,781 Louisiana $141,572 North Carolina $141,498 Missouri $141,468 Florida $140,887 Montana $140,575 Nebraska $140,277

Kentucky $140,113 South Carolina $139,517 Tennessee $139,145 Idaho $138,996 New Mexico $137,909 Oklahoma $137,671 Alabama $136,793 South Dakota $135,319

Arkansas $134,514 West Virginia $134,083 Mississippi $132,787

Top Paying Cities for Program Director IDDs

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: $156,060
Little Creek: $154,616
Magnolia: $155,256

Lincoln, DE $156,060 Little Creek, DE $154,616 Magnolia, DE $155,256 Milford, DE $156,060 Marydel, DE $154,035 Millsboro, DE $156,060 Millville, DE $157,102 Milton, DE $156,060

Nassau, DE $156,060 Ocean View, DE $157,102 Rehoboth Beach, DE $157,102 Seaford, DE $154,422 Selbyville, DE $157,102 Smyrna, DE $153,856 Viola, DE $155,256 Woodside, DE $154,809

Bear, DE $152,725 Newark, DE $152,784 Claymont, DE $152,903 Delaware City, DE $152,784 Hockessin, DE $152,903 Kirkwood, DE $152,784 Middletown, DE $153,544 Montchanin, DE $152,903

New Castle, DE $152,903 Odessa, DE $153,752 Port Penn, DE $152,367 Rockland, DE $152,903 Saint Georges, DE $152,784 Townsend, DE $153,529 Winterthur, DE $152,903 Lewes, DE $156,060

Wilmington, DE $152,903 Dover, DE $154,541 Dover Afb, DE $154,899 Bethany Beach, DE $157,102 Bethel, DE $154,422 Bridgeville, DE $156,060 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,705 Cheswold, DE $154,184

Clayton, DE $153,797 Dagsboro, DE $157,102 Delmar, DE $154,422 Ellendale, DE $156,060 Felton, DE $156,060 Fenwick Island, DE $157,102 Frankford, DE $157,102 Frederica, DE $156,060

Georgetown, DE $156,060 Greenwood, DE $156,060 Harbeson, DE $156,060 Harrington, DE $156,060 Hartly, DE $153,722 Houston, DE $156,060 Kenton, DE $153,797 Laurel, DE $154,422

Yorklyn, DE $152,903

Program Director IDD Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Director IDD'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

$137,481

Average $150,789/year

$168,841

$11,457

Average $12,566/month

$14,070

$2,644

Average $2,900/week

$3,247

$66

Average $72/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,841	$14,070	$3,247	$81
Average	$150,789	$12,566	$2,900	$72
25th Percentile	$137,481	$11,457	$2,644	$66

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