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

An It Program Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $134,205 for beginners, reaching about $136,029 at mid-level, and approach $140,489 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an It Program Director?

It Program Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for It Program Director roles are District of Columbia $150,715, California $150,144, Massachusetts $148,143. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for It Program Director level roles vary by specialization: IT Solution Consulting Director: $216,875; IT-Customer Project/Program Management, Director: $202,673; Director of IT: $201,859; Program/Project Management Office (PMO) Director: $188,190; IT Program Management Director: $187,937.

It Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an It Program Director make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an It Program Director in Delaware is $137,852 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,907
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,723 to $153,060
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,770

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It Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,060	$12,755	$2,943	$74
Average	$137,852	$11,488	$2,651	$66
25th Percentile	$124,723	$10,394	$2,399	$60

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Key Factors That Influence It Program Director Salaries

An It 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 It Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an It 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): $134,205
Early Career (1-2 years): $134,752
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $136,029
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,487
Expert (over 8 years): $140,489

Levels	Salary
Entry Level It Program Director	$134,205
Intermediate Level It Program Director	$134,752
Senior Level It Program Director	$136,029
Specialist Level It Program Director	$137,487
Expert Level It Program Director	$140,489

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

District of Columbia: $150,715.
California: $150,144.
Massachusetts: $148,143.

District of Columbia $150,715 California $150,144 Massachusetts $148,143 Washington $147,598 New Jersey $147,544 Alaska $147,353 Connecticut $145,475 New York $144,712

Hawaii $142,276 Rhode Island $141,132 Maryland $140,356 Minnesota $139,295 Colorado $138,886 Illinois $138,750 Oregon $138,233 Delaware $137,852

New Hampshire $137,612 Virginia $137,076 Pennsylvania $135,510 Nevada $134,721 North Dakota $134,462 Michigan $134,054 Wisconsin $133,904 Vermont $133,605

Texas $132,774 Maine $132,720 Arizona $132,638 Ohio $132,543 Georgia $131,291 Indiana $130,664 Wyoming $130,542 Utah $130,351

Iowa $130,270 Kansas $129,616 Louisiana $129,426 North Carolina $129,358 Missouri $129,330 Florida $128,800 Montana $128,514 Nebraska $128,241

Kentucky $128,092 South Carolina $127,547 Tennessee $127,207 Idaho $127,071 New Mexico $126,077 Oklahoma $125,859 Alabama $125,056 South Dakota $123,709

Arkansas $122,974 West Virginia $122,579 Mississippi $121,394

Top Paying Cities for It 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: $142,671
Little Creek: $141,350
Magnolia: $141,935

Lincoln, DE $142,671 Little Creek, DE $141,350 Magnolia, DE $141,935 Milford, DE $142,671 Marydel, DE $140,819 Millsboro, DE $142,671 Millville, DE $143,623 Milton, DE $142,671

Nassau, DE $142,671 Ocean View, DE $143,623 Rehoboth Beach, DE $143,623 Seaford, DE $141,173 Selbyville, DE $143,623 Smyrna, DE $140,656 Viola, DE $141,935 Woodside, DE $141,527

Bear, DE $139,621 Newark, DE $139,676 Claymont, DE $139,785 Delaware City, DE $139,676 Hockessin, DE $139,785 Kirkwood, DE $139,676 Middletown, DE $140,370 Montchanin, DE $139,785

New Castle, DE $139,785 Odessa, DE $140,561 Port Penn, DE $139,295 Rockland, DE $139,785 Saint Georges, DE $139,676 Townsend, DE $140,356 Winterthur, DE $139,785 Lewes, DE $142,671

Wilmington, DE $139,785 Dover, DE $141,282 Dover Afb, DE $141,609 Bethany Beach, DE $143,623 Bethel, DE $141,173 Bridgeville, DE $142,671 Camden Wyoming, DE $141,432 Cheswold, DE $140,955

Clayton, DE $140,601 Dagsboro, DE $143,623 Delmar, DE $141,173 Ellendale, DE $142,671 Felton, DE $142,671 Fenwick Island, DE $143,623 Frankford, DE $143,623 Frederica, DE $142,671

Georgetown, DE $142,671 Greenwood, DE $142,671 Harbeson, DE $142,671 Harrington, DE $142,671 Hartly, DE $140,533 Houston, DE $142,671 Kenton, DE $140,601 Laurel, DE $141,173

Yorklyn, DE $139,785

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

Understanding how an It 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

$124,723

Average $137,852/year

$153,060

$10,394

Average $11,488/month

$12,755

$2,399

Average $2,651/week

$2,943

$60

Average $66/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$153,060	$12,755	$2,943	$74
Average	$137,852	$11,488	$2,651	$66
25th Percentile	$124,723	$10,394	$2,399	$60

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