What are the main factors that influence a PD'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 PD?

The Gov't. industry offers the highest average compensation for PD roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A PD's salary?

A PD's salary grows with experience: an PD (2-4 years)earns $53,717, an Undergraduate Student Affairs Manager (4-5 years)earns $56,801, a VP of Student Affairs (5+ years)earns $153,564, an SVP of Student Affairs (5+ years)earns $175,522,

What are the highest paying states for a PD?

PD salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for PD roles are District of Columbia $59,201, California $58,976, Massachusetts $58,190. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of PD roles make?

Salaries for PD level roles vary by specialization: Math CS STEAM PD and Partnerships Regional Manager: $128,729; REGISTERED NURSE HIGH TECH HOME INFUSIONS PD: $102,139; Registered Nurse PD: $91,462; Pd Nurse: $77,922; Pd Specialist: $68,654.

PD Salary in Delaware

How much does a PD make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a PD in Delaware is $54,148 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,346
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,441 to $60,009
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,336

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PD Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,009	$5,001	$1,154	$29
Average	$54,148	$4,512	$1,041	$26
25th Percentile	$47,441	$3,953	$912	$23

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Key Factors That Influence PD Salaries

A PD'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 Do PD 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 PDs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $59,201.
California: $58,976.
Massachusetts: $58,190.

District of Columbia $59,201 California $58,976 Massachusetts $58,190 Washington $57,976 New Jersey $57,955 Alaska $57,880 Connecticut $57,142 New York $56,843

Hawaii $55,886 Rhode Island $55,437 Maryland $55,132 Minnesota $54,715 Colorado $54,554 Illinois $54,501 Oregon $54,298 Delaware $54,148

New Hampshire $54,054 Virginia $53,843 Pennsylvania $53,228 Nevada $52,918 North Dakota $52,817 Michigan $52,656 Wisconsin $52,597 Vermont $52,480

Texas $52,154 Maine $52,132 Arizona $52,100 Ohio $52,063 Georgia $51,571 Indiana $51,325 Wyoming $51,277 Utah $51,202

Iowa $51,170 Kansas $50,913 Louisiana $50,838 North Carolina $50,811 Missouri $50,801 Florida $50,592 Montana $50,480 Nebraska $50,373

Kentucky $50,314 South Carolina $50,100 Tennessee $49,967 Idaho $49,913 New Mexico $49,523 Oklahoma $49,437 Alabama $49,122 South Dakota $48,593

Arkansas $48,304 West Virginia $48,149 Mississippi $47,684

Top Paying Cities for PDs

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: $53,904
Little Creek: $54,299
Magnolia: $54,221

Lincoln, DE $53,904 Little Creek, DE $54,299 Magnolia, DE $54,221 Milford, DE $54,041 Marydel, DE $54,130 Millsboro, DE $53,678 Millville, DE $53,761 Milton, DE $53,854

Nassau, DE $53,893 Ocean View, DE $53,752 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,855 Seaford, DE $53,885 Selbyville, DE $53,662 Smyrna, DE $54,336 Viola, DE $54,086 Woodside, DE $54,231

Bear, DE $54,106 Newark, DE $54,086 Claymont, DE $54,197 Delaware City, DE $54,140 Hockessin, DE $54,081 Kirkwood, DE $54,130 Middletown, DE $54,151 Montchanin, DE $54,093

New Castle, DE $54,101 Odessa, DE $54,177 Port Penn, DE $54,214 Rockland, DE $54,099 Saint Georges, DE $54,134 Townsend, DE $54,217 Winterthur, DE $54,105 Lewes, DE $53,875

Wilmington, DE $54,084 Dover, DE $54,299 Dover Afb, DE $54,013 Bethany Beach, DE $53,695 Bethel, DE $53,751 Bridgeville, DE $53,877 Camden Wyoming, DE $54,146 Cheswold, DE $54,281

Clayton, DE $54,283 Dagsboro, DE $53,658 Delmar, DE $53,572 Ellendale, DE $53,734 Felton, DE $54,037 Fenwick Island, DE $53,669 Frankford, DE $53,576 Frederica, DE $54,090

Georgetown, DE $53,637 Greenwood, DE $53,886 Harbeson, DE $53,695 Harrington, DE $53,968 Hartly, DE $54,136 Houston, DE $53,891 Kenton, DE $54,285 Laurel, DE $53,605

Yorklyn, DE $54,097

PD Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For PD roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 17% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Gov't., offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, PD positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view PD as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a PD

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Gov't.	$59,563	$29.0	10%

PD Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a PD'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

$47,441

Average $54,148/year

$60,009

$3,953

Average $4,512/month

$5,001

$912

Average $1,041/week

$1,154

$23

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,009	$5,001	$1,154	$29
Average	$54,148	$4,512	$1,041	$26
25th Percentile	$47,441	$3,953	$912	$23

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