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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Consulting Director?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Consulting Director roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

How does experience change A Consulting Director's salary?

A Consulting Director's salary grows with experience: an IT Strategy Consultant IV (7+ years)earns $128,983, an IT Strategy Consultant V (7-10 years)earns $161,393, an IT Strategy Consulting Manager (10+ years)earns $144,941, an IT Strategy Consulting Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $171,436, an Consulting Director (10+ years)earns $198,285,

What are the highest paying states for a Consulting Director?

Consulting Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Consulting Director roles are District of Columbia $218,819, California $217,989, Massachusetts $215,084. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Consulting Director roles make?

Salaries for Consulting Director level roles vary by specialization: IT Solution Consulting Director: $231,326; Director of HR Consulting: $222,500; Director, Implementation Consulting: $202,782; Director Consulting Services: $196,440; Director Of Consulting Services: $194,540.

Consulting Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Consulting Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Consulting Director in Delaware is $200,143 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $248,412
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $185,359 to $225,409
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $171,898

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Consulting Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$225,409	$18,784	$4,335	$108
Average	$200,143	$16,679	$3,849	$96
25th Percentile	$185,359	$15,447	$3,565	$89

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Key Factors That Influence Consulting Director Salaries

A Consulting 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 Consulting Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Consulting 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): $128,983
Early Career (1-2 years): $161,393
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $144,941
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $171,436
Expert (over 8 years): $198,285

Levels	Salary
IT Strate... Level Consulting Director	$128,983
IT Strate... Level Consulting Director	$161,393
IT Strate... Level Consulting Director	$144,941
IT Strate... Level Consulting Director	$171,436
Consultin... Level Consulting Director	$198,285

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

District of Columbia: $218,819.
California: $217,989.
Massachusetts: $215,084.

District of Columbia $218,819 California $217,989 Massachusetts $215,084 Washington $214,293 New Jersey $214,214 Alaska $213,938 Connecticut $211,210 New York $210,104

Hawaii $206,566 Rhode Island $204,906 Maryland $203,779 Minnesota $202,238 Colorado $201,645 Illinois $201,447 Oregon $200,696 Delaware $200,143

New Hampshire $199,795 Virginia $199,016 Pennsylvania $196,744 Nevada $195,597 North Dakota $195,222 Michigan $194,629 Wisconsin $194,412 Vermont $193,977

Texas $192,771 Maine $192,692 Arizona $192,574 Ohio $192,435 Georgia $190,617 Indiana $189,708 Wyoming $189,530 Utah $189,253

Iowa $189,135 Kansas $188,186 Louisiana $187,909 North Carolina $187,811 Missouri $187,771 Florida $187,000 Montana $186,585 Nebraska $186,190

Kentucky $185,973 South Carolina $185,182 Tennessee $184,688 Idaho $184,490 New Mexico $183,048 Oklahoma $182,731 Alabama $181,565 South Dakota $179,609

Arkansas $178,542 West Virginia $177,969 Mississippi $176,249

Top Paying Cities for Consulting 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: $199,242
Little Creek: $200,700
Magnolia: $200,412

Lincoln, DE $199,242 Little Creek, DE $200,700 Magnolia, DE $200,412 Milford, DE $199,748 Marydel, DE $200,076 Millsboro, DE $198,406 Millville, DE $198,712 Milton, DE $199,056

Nassau, DE $199,200 Ocean View, DE $198,678 Rehoboth Beach, DE $199,060 Seaford, DE $199,173 Selbyville, DE $198,348 Smyrna, DE $200,839 Viola, DE $199,914 Woodside, DE $200,451

Bear, DE $199,989 Newark, DE $199,914 Claymont, DE $200,323 Delaware City, DE $200,113 Hockessin, DE $199,896 Kirkwood, DE $200,076 Middletown, DE $200,153 Montchanin, DE $199,941

New Castle, DE $199,971 Odessa, DE $200,252 Port Penn, DE $200,386 Rockland, DE $199,961 Saint Georges, DE $200,090 Townsend, DE $200,398 Winterthur, DE $199,985 Lewes, DE $199,133

Wilmington, DE $199,906 Dover, DE $200,700 Dover Afb, DE $199,643 Bethany Beach, DE $198,469 Bethel, DE $198,675 Bridgeville, DE $199,143 Camden Wyoming, DE $200,135 Cheswold, DE $200,635

Clayton, DE $200,641 Dagsboro, DE $198,331 Delmar, DE $198,012 Ellendale, DE $198,613 Felton, DE $199,732 Fenwick Island, DE $198,374 Frankford, DE $198,028 Frederica, DE $199,929

Georgetown, DE $198,256 Greenwood, DE $199,175 Harbeson, DE $198,467 Harrington, DE $199,479 Hartly, DE $200,099 Houston, DE $199,194 Kenton, DE $200,651 Laurel, DE $198,137

Yorklyn, DE $199,955

Consulting Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Consulting Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 46% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Consulting Director positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Consulting Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Consulting Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$244,174	$117.0	22%
Internet	$228,163	$110.0	14%
Biotechnology	$224,160	$108.0	12%
Healthcare	$220,157	$106.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$216,154	$104.0	8%

Consulting Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Consulting 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 July 01, 2026

$185,359

Average $200,143/year

$225,409

$15,447

Average $16,679/month

$18,784

$3,565

Average $3,849/week

$4,335

$89

Average $96/hour

$108

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$225,409	$18,784	$4,335	$108
Average	$200,143	$16,679	$3,849	$96
25th Percentile	$185,359	$15,447	$3,565	$89

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