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 $116,702, a Nursing Manager (5+ years)earns $136,496, a Nursing Program Director (5+ years)earns $165,340, a Nursing Director (5+ years)earns $216,488, a Head of Nursing (5+ years)earns $245,305,

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 $182,117, California $181,426, Massachusetts $179,008. 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: $244,290; Nursing Director: $215,584; Head of Nursing Education Program: $170,690; Nursing Senior Manager: $164,650; Nursing Education Director: $149,936.

Nursing Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Nursing Program Director make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Nursing Program Director in Delaware is $166,573 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): $198,610
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $150,211 to $183,342
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $135,314

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Nursing Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,342	$15,279	$3,526	$88
Average	$166,573	$13,881	$3,203	$80
25th Percentile	$150,211	$12,518	$2,889	$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): $116,702
Early Career (1-2 years): $136,496
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $165,340
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $216,488
Expert (over 8 years): $245,305

Levels	Salary
Nursing S... Level Nursing Program Director	$116,702
Nursing M... Level Nursing Program Director	$136,496
Nursing P... Level Nursing Program Director	$165,340
Nursing D... Level Nursing Program Director	$216,488
Head of N... Level Nursing Program Director	$245,305

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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: $182,117.
California: $181,426.
Massachusetts: $179,008.

District of Columbia $182,117 California $181,426 Massachusetts $179,008 Washington $178,350 New Jersey $178,284 Alaska $178,054 Connecticut $175,784 New York $174,863

Hawaii $171,919 Rhode Island $170,537 Maryland $169,599 Minnesota $168,316 Colorado $167,823 Illinois $167,659 Oregon $167,034 Delaware $166,573

New Hampshire $166,283 Virginia $165,635 Pennsylvania $163,744 Nevada $162,790 North Dakota $162,477 Michigan $161,984 Wisconsin $161,803 Vermont $161,441

Texas $160,438 Maine $160,372 Arizona $160,273 Ohio $160,158 Georgia $158,645 Indiana $157,888 Wyoming $157,740 Utah $157,510

Iowa $157,411 Kansas $156,622 Louisiana $156,391 North Carolina $156,309 Missouri $156,276 Florida $155,635 Montana $155,289 Nebraska $154,960

Kentucky $154,779 South Carolina $154,122 Tennessee $153,710 Idaho $153,546 New Mexico $152,345 Oklahoma $152,082 Alabama $151,111 South Dakota $149,483

Arkansas $148,595 West Virginia $148,118 Mississippi $146,687

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: $172,396
Little Creek: $170,800
Magnolia: $171,507

Lincoln, DE $172,396 Little Creek, DE $170,800 Magnolia, DE $171,507 Milford, DE $172,396 Marydel, DE $170,159 Millsboro, DE $172,396 Millville, DE $173,547 Milton, DE $172,396

Nassau, DE $172,396 Ocean View, DE $173,547 Rehoboth Beach, DE $173,547 Seaford, DE $170,586 Selbyville, DE $173,547 Smyrna, DE $169,961 Viola, DE $171,507 Woodside, DE $171,014

Bear, DE $168,711 Newark, DE $168,777 Claymont, DE $168,909 Delaware City, DE $168,777 Hockessin, DE $168,909 Kirkwood, DE $168,777 Middletown, DE $169,616 Montchanin, DE $168,909

New Castle, DE $168,909 Odessa, DE $169,846 Port Penn, DE $168,316 Rockland, DE $168,909 Saint Georges, DE $168,777 Townsend, DE $169,599 Winterthur, DE $168,909 Lewes, DE $172,396

Wilmington, DE $168,909 Dover, DE $170,718 Dover Afb, DE $171,113 Bethany Beach, DE $173,547 Bethel, DE $170,586 Bridgeville, DE $172,396 Camden Wyoming, DE $170,899 Cheswold, DE $170,323

Clayton, DE $169,896 Dagsboro, DE $173,547 Delmar, DE $170,586 Ellendale, DE $172,396 Felton, DE $172,396 Fenwick Island, DE $173,547 Frankford, DE $173,547 Frederica, DE $172,396

Georgetown, DE $172,396 Greenwood, DE $172,396 Harbeson, DE $172,396 Harrington, DE $172,396 Hartly, DE $169,813 Houston, DE $172,396 Kenton, DE $169,896 Laurel, DE $170,586

Yorklyn, DE $168,909

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$150,211

Average $166,573/year

$183,342

$12,518

Average $13,881/month

$15,279

$2,889

Average $3,203/week

$3,526

$72

Average $80/hour

$88

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,342	$15,279	$3,526	$88
Average	$166,573	$13,881	$3,203	$80
25th Percentile	$150,211	$12,518	$2,889	$72

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