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

A Technical Program Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $191,648 for beginners, reaching about $194,308 at mid-level, and approach $198,108 for experts.

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

Technical Program Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Program Director roles are District of Columbia $217,010, California $216,187, Massachusetts $213,306. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Technical Program Director level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Program Management Director: $209,948; Assistant Director, Technical Program Management: $203,605; Director of Technical Program Management: $196,923; Program Director: $151,385; Principal Technical Program Manager: $146,851.

Technical Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Technical Program Director make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Program Director in Delaware is $198,488 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $95.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $220,523
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $184,809 to $210,022
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $172,354

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Technical Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,022	$17,502	$4,039	$101
Average	$198,488	$16,541	$3,817	$95
25th Percentile	$184,809	$15,401	$3,554	$89

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Program Director Salaries

A Technical 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 Technical Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical 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): $191,648
Early Career (1-2 years): $192,788
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $194,308
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $196,208
Expert (over 8 years): $198,108

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Technical Program Director	$191,648
Intermediate Level Technical Program Director	$192,788
Senior Level Technical Program Director	$194,308
Specialist Level Technical Program Director	$196,208
Expert Level Technical Program Director	$198,108

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

District of Columbia: $217,010.
California: $216,187.
Massachusetts: $213,306.

District of Columbia $217,010 California $216,187 Massachusetts $213,306 Washington $212,522 New Jersey $212,443 Alaska $212,169 Connecticut $209,464 New York $208,367

Hawaii $204,858 Rhode Island $203,212 Maryland $202,095 Minnesota $200,566 Colorado $199,978 Illinois $199,782 Oregon $199,037 Delaware $198,488

New Hampshire $198,143 Virginia $197,371 Pennsylvania $195,117 Nevada $193,980 North Dakota $193,608 Michigan $193,020 Wisconsin $192,804 Vermont $192,373

Texas $191,177 Maine $191,099 Arizona $190,981 Ohio $190,844 Georgia $189,041 Indiana $188,139 Wyoming $187,963 Utah $187,689

Iowa $187,571 Kansas $186,630 Louisiana $186,356 North Carolina $186,258 Missouri $186,219 Florida $185,454 Montana $185,043 Nebraska $184,651

Kentucky $184,435 South Carolina $183,651 Tennessee $183,161 Idaho $182,965 New Mexico $181,534 Oklahoma $181,221 Alabama $180,064 South Dakota $178,124

Arkansas $177,065 West Virginia $176,497 Mississippi $174,792

Top Paying Cities for Technical 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: $205,427
Little Creek: $203,525
Magnolia: $204,368

Lincoln, DE $205,427 Little Creek, DE $203,525 Magnolia, DE $204,368 Milford, DE $205,427 Marydel, DE $202,761 Millsboro, DE $205,427 Millville, DE $206,799 Milton, DE $205,427

Nassau, DE $205,427 Ocean View, DE $206,799 Rehoboth Beach, DE $206,799 Seaford, DE $203,271 Selbyville, DE $206,799 Smyrna, DE $202,526 Viola, DE $204,368 Woodside, DE $203,780

Bear, DE $201,036 Newark, DE $201,115 Claymont, DE $201,271 Delaware City, DE $201,115 Hockessin, DE $201,271 Kirkwood, DE $201,115 Middletown, DE $202,114 Montchanin, DE $201,271

New Castle, DE $201,271 Odessa, DE $202,389 Port Penn, DE $200,566 Rockland, DE $201,271 Saint Georges, DE $201,115 Townsend, DE $202,095 Winterthur, DE $201,271 Lewes, DE $205,427

Wilmington, DE $201,271 Dover, DE $203,427 Dover Afb, DE $203,898 Bethany Beach, DE $206,799 Bethel, DE $203,271 Bridgeville, DE $205,427 Camden Wyoming, DE $203,643 Cheswold, DE $202,957

Clayton, DE $202,447 Dagsboro, DE $206,799 Delmar, DE $203,271 Ellendale, DE $205,427 Felton, DE $205,427 Fenwick Island, DE $206,799 Frankford, DE $206,799 Frederica, DE $205,427

Georgetown, DE $205,427 Greenwood, DE $205,427 Harbeson, DE $205,427 Harrington, DE $205,427 Hartly, DE $202,349 Houston, DE $205,427 Kenton, DE $202,447 Laurel, DE $203,271

Yorklyn, DE $201,271

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

Understanding how a Technical 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

$184,809

Average $198,488/year

$210,022

$15,401

Average $16,541/month

$17,502

$3,554

Average $3,817/week

$4,039

$89

Average $95/hour

$101

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$210,022	$17,502	$4,039	$101
Average	$198,488	$16,541	$3,817	$95
25th Percentile	$184,809	$15,401	$3,554	$89

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