What are the main factors that influence a Project Management Office 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 Project Management Office Director?

The Telecom industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Management Office Director roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Project Management Office Director's salary?

A Project Management Office Director's salary grows with experience: a Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $135,726, a Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $160,064, a Project Management Supervisor (10+ years)earns $114,185, a Project Management Manager (10+ years)earns $152,769, a Project Management Office Director (10+ years)earns $178,063,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Management Office Director?

Project Management Office Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Management Office Director roles are District of Columbia $196,148, California $195,404, Massachusetts $192,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Management Office Director roles make?

Salaries for Project Management Office Director level roles vary by specialization: Head of Program/Project Management Office (PMO): $245,100; Project Management Director: $209,870; Program/Project Management Office (PMO) Director: $188,290; Program Management Office Director: $188,216; Program/Project Management Office (PMO) Senior Manager: $173,170.

Project Management Office Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Management Office Director make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Management Office Director in Delaware is $179,407 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $214,323
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $165,375 to $197,683
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,600

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Project Management Office Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,683	$16,474	$3,802	$95
Average	$179,407	$14,951	$3,450	$86
25th Percentile	$165,375	$13,781	$3,180	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Project Management Office Director Salaries

A Project Management Office 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 Project Management Office Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Management Office 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): $135,726
Early Career (1-2 years): $160,064
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,185
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $152,769
Expert (over 8 years): $178,063

Levels	Salary
Project M... Level Project Management Office Director	$135,726
Project M... Level Project Management Office Director	$160,064
Project M... Level Project Management Office Director	$114,185
Project M... Level Project Management Office Director	$152,769
Project M... Level Project Management Office Director	$178,063

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

District of Columbia: $196,148.
California: $195,404.
Massachusetts: $192,800.

District of Columbia $196,148 California $195,404 Massachusetts $192,800 Washington $192,091 New Jersey $192,020 Alaska $191,772 Connecticut $189,328 New York $188,336

Hawaii $185,164 Rhode Island $183,676 Maryland $182,667 Minnesota $181,285 Colorado $180,753 Illinois $180,576 Oregon $179,903 Delaware $179,407

New Hampshire $179,095 Virginia $178,397 Pennsylvania $176,360 Nevada $175,332 North Dakota $174,996 Michigan $174,464 Wisconsin $174,269 Vermont $173,880

Texas $172,799 Maine $172,728 Arizona $172,622 Ohio $172,498 Georgia $170,868 Indiana $170,053 Wyoming $169,894 Utah $169,646

Iowa $169,539 Kansas $168,689 Louisiana $168,441 North Carolina $168,352 Missouri $168,317 Florida $167,626 Montana $167,254 Nebraska $166,900

Kentucky $166,705 South Carolina $165,996 Tennessee $165,553 Idaho $165,376 New Mexico $164,083 Oklahoma $163,799 Alabama $162,754 South Dakota $161,000

Arkansas $160,044 West Virginia $159,530 Mississippi $157,989

Top Paying Cities for Project Management Office 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: $178,599
Little Creek: $179,906
Magnolia: $179,648

Lincoln, DE $178,599 Little Creek, DE $179,906 Magnolia, DE $179,648 Milford, DE $179,053 Marydel, DE $179,347 Millsboro, DE $177,850 Millville, DE $178,124 Milton, DE $178,433

Nassau, DE $178,562 Ocean View, DE $178,094 Rehoboth Beach, DE $178,436 Seaford, DE $178,537 Selbyville, DE $177,798 Smyrna, DE $180,030 Viola, DE $179,201 Woodside, DE $179,683

Bear, DE $179,269 Newark, DE $179,201 Claymont, DE $179,568 Delaware City, DE $179,380 Hockessin, DE $179,185 Kirkwood, DE $179,347 Middletown, DE $179,416 Montchanin, DE $179,226

New Castle, DE $179,253 Odessa, DE $179,504 Port Penn, DE $179,625 Rockland, DE $179,244 Saint Georges, DE $179,359 Townsend, DE $179,635 Winterthur, DE $179,265 Lewes, DE $178,502

Wilmington, DE $179,194 Dover, DE $179,906 Dover Afb, DE $178,959 Bethany Beach, DE $177,906 Bethel, DE $178,091 Bridgeville, DE $178,510 Camden Wyoming, DE $179,400 Cheswold, DE $179,848

Clayton, DE $179,853 Dagsboro, DE $177,782 Delmar, DE $177,497 Ellendale, DE $178,036 Felton, DE $179,038 Fenwick Island, DE $177,821 Frankford, DE $177,511 Frederica, DE $179,216

Georgetown, DE $177,715 Greenwood, DE $178,539 Harbeson, DE $177,905 Harrington, DE $178,812 Hartly, DE $179,368 Houston, DE $178,557 Kenton, DE $179,862 Laurel, DE $177,609

Yorklyn, DE $179,239

Project Management Office Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Management Office Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Project Management Office Director positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Management Office Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Management Office Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Telecom	$224,259	$108.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$215,288	$104.0	20%
Aerospace & Defense	$206,318	$99.0	15%
Chemicals	$197,348	$95.0	10%
Financial Services	$197,348	$95.0	10%

Project Management Office Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Management Office 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

$165,375

Average $179,407/year

$197,683

$13,781

Average $14,951/month

$16,474

$3,180

Average $3,450/week

$3,802

$80

Average $86/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,683	$16,474	$3,802	$95
Average	$179,407	$14,951	$3,450	$86
25th Percentile	$165,375	$13,781	$3,180	$80

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