What are the main factors that influence a Data 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 Data Director?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Data Director's salary?

A Data Director's salary grows with experience: a Database Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $110,704, a Database Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $141,295, a Data Director (12+ years)earns $184,016, a Database Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $201,416, a VP of Database Engineering (12+ years)earns $222,897,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Director?

Data Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Director roles are District of Columbia $202,515, California $201,746, Massachusetts $199,058. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Director roles make?

Salaries for Data Director level roles vary by specialization: Data Science Director: $237,114; Data Architecture Director: $226,186; Data Analytics Director: $210,981; Data Operations Director: $210,000; Data Management Director: $209,987.

Data Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Director in Delaware is $185,230 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $216,760
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $174,601 to $201,734
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $164,923

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Data Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$201,734	$16,811	$3,879	$97
Average	$185,230	$15,436	$3,562	$89
25th Percentile	$174,601	$14,550	$3,358	$84

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Key Factors That Influence Data Director Salaries

A Data 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 Data Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data 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): $110,704
Early Career (1-2 years): $141,295
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $184,016
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $201,416
Expert (over 8 years): $222,897

Levels	Salary
Database ... Level Data Director	$110,704
Database ... Level Data Director	$141,295
Data Dire... Level Data Director	$184,016
Database ... Level Data Director	$201,416
VP of Dat... Level Data Director	$222,897

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

District of Columbia: $202,515.
California: $201,746.
Massachusetts: $199,058.

District of Columbia $202,515 California $201,746 Massachusetts $199,058 Washington $198,326 New Jersey $198,253 Alaska $197,997 Connecticut $195,473 New York $194,448

Hawaii $191,174 Rhode Island $189,638 Maryland $188,595 Minnesota $187,169 Colorado $186,620 Illinois $186,437 Oregon $185,742 Delaware $185,230

New Hampshire $184,908 Virginia $184,187 Pennsylvania $182,084 Nevada $181,023 North Dakota $180,676 Michigan $180,127 Wisconsin $179,926 Vermont $179,523

Texas $178,407 Maine $178,334 Arizona $178,225 Ohio $178,097 Georgia $176,414 Indiana $175,572 Wyoming $175,408 Utah $175,152

Iowa $175,042 Kansas $174,164 Louisiana $173,908 North Carolina $173,817 Missouri $173,780 Florida $173,067 Montana $172,682 Nebraska $172,317

Kentucky $172,115 South Carolina $171,384 Tennessee $170,927 Idaho $170,744 New Mexico $169,408 Oklahoma $169,116 Alabama $168,037 South Dakota $166,226

Arkansas $165,238 West Virginia $164,708 Mississippi $163,116

Top Paying Cities for Data 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: $184,396
Little Creek: $185,746
Magnolia: $185,479

Lincoln, DE $184,396 Little Creek, DE $185,746 Magnolia, DE $185,479 Milford, DE $184,864 Marydel, DE $185,168 Millsboro, DE $183,622 Millville, DE $183,906 Milton, DE $184,224

Nassau, DE $184,357 Ocean View, DE $183,875 Rehoboth Beach, DE $184,228 Seaford, DE $184,332 Selbyville, DE $183,569 Smyrna, DE $185,874 Viola, DE $185,018 Woodside, DE $185,515

Bear, DE $185,087 Newark, DE $185,018 Claymont, DE $185,396 Delaware City, DE $185,202 Hockessin, DE $185,001 Kirkwood, DE $185,168 Middletown, DE $185,239 Montchanin, DE $185,043

New Castle, DE $185,071 Odessa, DE $185,331 Port Penn, DE $185,455 Rockland, DE $185,062 Saint Georges, DE $185,181 Townsend, DE $185,466 Winterthur, DE $185,084 Lewes, DE $184,295

Wilmington, DE $185,010 Dover, DE $185,746 Dover Afb, DE $184,767 Bethany Beach, DE $183,681 Bethel, DE $183,871 Bridgeville, DE $184,304 Camden Wyoming, DE $185,223 Cheswold, DE $185,685

Clayton, DE $185,691 Dagsboro, DE $183,553 Delmar, DE $183,258 Ellendale, DE $183,814 Felton, DE $184,849 Fenwick Island, DE $183,593 Frankford, DE $183,273 Frederica, DE $185,032

Georgetown, DE $183,483 Greenwood, DE $184,334 Harbeson, DE $183,679 Harrington, DE $184,615 Hartly, DE $185,190 Houston, DE $184,352 Kenton, DE $185,700 Laurel, DE $183,373

Yorklyn, DE $185,056

Data Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Data Director positions in Retail & Wholesale or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$222,276	$107.0	20%
Biotechnology	$222,276	$107.0	20%
Financial Services	$222,276	$107.0	20%
Healthcare	$222,276	$107.0	20%
Software & Networking	$222,276	$107.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Data 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.

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$174,601

Average $185,230/year

$201,734

$14,550

Average $15,436/month

$16,811

$3,358

Average $3,562/week

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$84

Average $89/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$201,734	$16,811	$3,879	$97
Average	$185,230	$15,436	$3,562	$89
25th Percentile	$174,601	$14,550	$3,358	$84

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