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

A Nursing Program Director's salary grows with experience: a Nursing Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $116,808, a Nursing Manager (5+ years)earns $136,671, a Nursing Program Director (5+ years)earns $165,558, a Nursing Director (5+ years)earns $203,326, a Head of Nursing (5+ years)earns $245,658,

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

Nursing Program Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Nursing Program Director roles are District of Columbia $182,360, California $181,669, Massachusetts $179,247. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Nursing Program Director level roles vary by specialization: Director of Nursing: $244,690; Nursing Director: $202,477; Head of Nursing Education Program: $170,790; Nursing Senior Manager: $164,867; Nursing Education Director: $150,002.

Nursing Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nursing Program Director make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nursing Program Director in Delaware is $166,796 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $198,943
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $150,418 to $183,623
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $135,508

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Nursing Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,623	$15,302	$3,531	$88
Average	$166,796	$13,900	$3,208	$80
25th Percentile	$150,418	$12,535	$2,893	$72

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Key Factors That Influence Nursing Program Director Salaries

A Nursing 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 Nursing Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Nursing 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): $116,808
Early Career (1-2 years): $136,671
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $165,558
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $203,326
Expert (over 8 years): $245,658

Levels	Salary
Nursing S... Level Nursing Program Director	$116,808
Nursing M... Level Nursing Program Director	$136,671
Nursing P... Level Nursing Program Director	$165,558
Nursing D... Level Nursing Program Director	$203,326
Head of N... Level Nursing Program Director	$245,658

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

District of Columbia: $182,360.
California: $181,669.
Massachusetts: $179,247.

District of Columbia $182,360 California $181,669 Massachusetts $179,247 Washington $178,589 New Jersey $178,523 Alaska $178,292 Connecticut $176,019 New York $175,097

Hawaii $172,149 Rhode Island $170,765 Maryland $169,826 Minnesota $168,542 Colorado $168,047 Illinois $167,883 Oregon $167,257 Delaware $166,796

New Hampshire $166,506 Virginia $165,857 Pennsylvania $163,963 Nevada $163,008 North Dakota $162,695 Michigan $162,200 Wisconsin $162,019 Vermont $161,657

Texas $160,652 Maine $160,586 Arizona $160,488 Ohio $160,372 Georgia $158,857 Indiana $158,099 Wyoming $157,951 Utah $157,721

Iowa $157,622 Kansas $156,831 Louisiana $156,601 North Carolina $156,518 Missouri $156,485 Florida $155,843 Montana $155,497 Nebraska $155,168

Kentucky $154,986 South Carolina $154,328 Tennessee $153,916 Idaho $153,751 New Mexico $152,549 Oklahoma $152,285 Alabama $151,314 South Dakota $149,683

Arkansas $148,794 West Virginia $148,316 Mississippi $146,883

Top Paying Cities for Nursing 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: $166,045
Little Creek: $167,260
Magnolia: $167,020

Lincoln, DE $166,045 Little Creek, DE $167,260 Magnolia, DE $167,020 Milford, DE $166,466 Marydel, DE $166,740 Millsboro, DE $165,348 Millville, DE $165,603 Milton, DE $165,890

Nassau, DE $166,010 Ocean View, DE $165,575 Rehoboth Beach, DE $165,893 Seaford, DE $165,987 Selbyville, DE $165,300 Smyrna, DE $167,375 Viola, DE $166,605 Woodside, DE $167,053

Bear, DE $166,667 Newark, DE $166,605 Claymont, DE $166,946 Delaware City, DE $166,771 Hockessin, DE $166,590 Kirkwood, DE $166,740 Middletown, DE $166,804 Montchanin, DE $166,628

New Castle, DE $166,652 Odessa, DE $166,886 Port Penn, DE $166,998 Rockland, DE $166,644 Saint Georges, DE $166,751 Townsend, DE $167,008 Winterthur, DE $166,664 Lewes, DE $165,954

Wilmington, DE $166,598 Dover, DE $167,260 Dover Afb, DE $166,379 Bethany Beach, DE $165,401 Bethel, DE $165,572 Bridgeville, DE $165,962 Camden Wyoming, DE $166,789 Cheswold, DE $167,206

Clayton, DE $167,211 Dagsboro, DE $165,285 Delmar, DE $165,020 Ellendale, DE $165,521 Felton, DE $166,453 Fenwick Island, DE $165,322 Frankford, DE $165,033 Frederica, DE $166,618

Georgetown, DE $165,223 Greenwood, DE $165,989 Harbeson, DE $165,399 Harrington, DE $166,242 Hartly, DE $166,760 Houston, DE $166,005 Kenton, DE $167,219 Laurel, DE $165,124

Yorklyn, DE $166,639

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

Understanding how a Nursing 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.

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$150,418

Average $166,796/year

$183,623

$12,535

Average $13,900/month

$15,302

$2,893

Average $3,208/week

$3,531

$72

Average $80/hour

$88

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,623	$15,302	$3,531	$88
Average	$166,796	$13,900	$3,208	$80
25th Percentile	$150,418	$12,535	$2,893	$72

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