What are the main factors that influence a Deputy Executive 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 Deputy Executive Director?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Deputy Executive Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Deputy Executive Director's salary?

A Deputy Executive Director's salary grows with experience: an Actuary I (0-2 years)earns $80,864, an Deputy Executive Director (2-4 years)earns $90,139, an Actuary III (4-7 years)earns $105,859, an Actuary IV (7+ years)earns $140,896, an Actuary V (7-10 years)earns $165,039,

What are the highest paying states for a Deputy Executive Director?

Deputy Executive Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Deputy Executive Director roles are District of Columbia $98,993, California $98,617, Massachusetts $97,303. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Deputy Executive Director roles make?

Salaries for Deputy Executive Director level roles vary by specialization: Deputy Chief Executive Officer: $447,845; Deputy Government Affairs Executive: $265,600; Deputy Government Relations Executive: $265,523; Deputy Public Policy Executive: $265,494; Deputy Director of Finance: $209,488.

Deputy Executive Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Deputy Executive Director make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Deputy Executive Director in Delaware is $90,544 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,050
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $80,573 to $96,043
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,494

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Deputy Executive Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,043	$8,004	$1,847	$46
Average	$90,544	$7,545	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$80,573	$6,714	$1,549	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Deputy Executive Director Salaries

A Deputy Executive 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 Deputy Executive Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Deputy Executive 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): $80,864
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,139
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,859
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,896
Expert (over 8 years): $165,039

Levels	Salary
Actuary I... Level Deputy Executive Director	$80,864
Deputy Ex... Level Deputy Executive Director	$90,139
Actuary I... Level Deputy Executive Director	$105,859
Actuary I... Level Deputy Executive Director	$140,896
Actuary V... Level Deputy Executive Director	$165,039

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

District of Columbia: $98,993.
California: $98,617.
Massachusetts: $97,303.

District of Columbia $98,993 California $98,617 Massachusetts $97,303 Washington $96,945 New Jersey $96,909 Alaska $96,784 Connecticut $95,550 New York $95,050

Hawaii $93,449 Rhode Island $92,698 Maryland $92,189 Minnesota $91,491 Colorado $91,223 Illinois $91,134 Oregon $90,794 Delaware $90,544

New Hampshire $90,386 Virginia $90,034 Pennsylvania $89,006 Nevada $88,487 North Dakota $88,317 Michigan $88,049 Wisconsin $87,951 Vermont $87,754

Texas $87,209 Maine $87,173 Arizona $87,119 Ohio $87,057 Georgia $86,234 Indiana $85,823 Wyoming $85,742 Utah $85,617

Iowa $85,564 Kansas $85,134 Louisiana $85,009 North Carolina $84,965 Missouri $84,947 Florida $84,598 Montana $84,410 Nebraska $84,231

Kentucky $84,133 South Carolina $83,775 Tennessee $83,552 Idaho $83,462 New Mexico $82,810 Oklahoma $82,667 Alabama $82,139 South Dakota $81,254

Arkansas $80,771 West Virginia $80,512 Mississippi $79,734

Top Paying Cities for Deputy Executive 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: $90,136
Little Creek: $90,796
Magnolia: $90,665

Lincoln, DE $90,136 Little Creek, DE $90,796 Magnolia, DE $90,665 Milford, DE $90,365 Marydel, DE $90,513 Millsboro, DE $89,758 Millville, DE $89,896 Milton, DE $90,052

Nassau, DE $90,117 Ocean View, DE $89,881 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,054 Seaford, DE $90,105 Selbyville, DE $89,732 Smyrna, DE $90,858 Viola, DE $90,440 Woodside, DE $90,683

Bear, DE $90,474 Newark, DE $90,440 Claymont, DE $90,625 Delaware City, DE $90,530 Hockessin, DE $90,432 Kirkwood, DE $90,513 Middletown, DE $90,548 Montchanin, DE $90,452

New Castle, DE $90,466 Odessa, DE $90,593 Port Penn, DE $90,654 Rockland, DE $90,461 Saint Georges, DE $90,519 Townsend, DE $90,659 Winterthur, DE $90,472 Lewes, DE $90,087

Wilmington, DE $90,436 Dover, DE $90,796 Dover Afb, DE $90,317 Bethany Beach, DE $89,786 Bethel, DE $89,879 Bridgeville, DE $90,091 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,540 Cheswold, DE $90,766

Clayton, DE $90,769 Dagsboro, DE $89,724 Delmar, DE $89,580 Ellendale, DE $89,852 Felton, DE $90,358 Fenwick Island, DE $89,743 Frankford, DE $89,587 Frederica, DE $90,447

Georgetown, DE $89,690 Greenwood, DE $90,105 Harbeson, DE $89,785 Harrington, DE $90,243 Hartly, DE $90,524 Houston, DE $90,114 Kenton, DE $90,773 Laurel, DE $89,636

Yorklyn, DE $90,459

Deputy Executive Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Deputy Executive 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 Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Deputy Executive Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Deputy Executive Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Deputy Executive Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$108,652	$52.0	20%
Internet	$104,125	$50.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$99,598	$48.0	10%
Insurance	$97,787	$47.0	8%
Aerospace & Defense	$96,882	$47.0	7%

Deputy Executive Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Deputy Executive 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 August 01, 2026

$80,573

Average $90,544/year

$96,043

$6,714

Average $7,545/month

$8,004

$1,549

Average $1,741/week

$1,847

$39

Average $44/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$96,043	$8,004	$1,847	$46
Average	$90,544	$7,545	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$80,573	$6,714	$1,549	$39

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