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As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Director IDD in California is $164,334 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $79.
However, a Program Director IDD's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Program Director IDD Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $184,016 | $15,335 | $3,539 | $88 |
| Average | $164,334 | $13,694 | $3,160 | $79 |
| 25th Percentile | $150,027 | $12,502 | $2,885 | $72 |
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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.
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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Program Director IDD | $157,616 |
| Intermediate Level Program Director IDD | $158,249 |
| Senior Level Program Director IDD | $159,303 |
| Specialist Level Program Director IDD | $160,779 |
| Expert Level Program Director IDD | $162,887 |
What Am I Worth?
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:
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:
For Program Director IDD roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 68% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Program Director IDD positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Program Director IDD as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $213,634 | $103.0 | 30% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $205,417 | $99.0 | 25% |
| Financial Services | $197,201 | $95.0 | 20% |
| Internet | $190,627 | $92.0 | 16% |
| Biotechnology | $188,984 | $91.0 | 15% |
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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $184,016 | $15,335 | $3,539 | $88 |
| Average | $164,334 | $13,694 | $3,160 | $79 |
| 25th Percentile | $150,027 | $12,502 | $2,885 | $72 |
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