What are the main factors that influence a Director, Performance Improvement's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Director, Performance Improvement's salary?

A Director, Performance Improvement's salary grows with experience: a Training Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $113,270, a Training Manager (7+ years)earns $101,150, a Training Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $166,107, a Training Director (7+ years)earns $222,737, a Director, Performance Improvement (7+ years)earns $240,180,

What are the highest paying states for a Director, Performance Improvement?

Director, Performance Improvement salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Director, Performance Improvement roles are District of Columbia $264,017, California $263,016, Massachusetts $259,510. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Director, Performance Improvement roles make?

Salaries for Director, Performance Improvement level roles vary by specialization: Quality and Performance Improvement Director: $134,770; Director Of Performance Improvement: $134,429; Performance Improvement Manager: $134,429; Performance Improvement Consultant: $94,414; Performance Improvement Specialist: $93,685.

Director, Performance Improvement Salary in Delaware

How much does a Director, Performance Improvement make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Director, Performance Improvement in Delaware is $242,032 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $116.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $272,634
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $221,854 to $258,050
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $203,483

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Director, Performance Improvement Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$258,050	$21,504	$4,963	$124
Average	$242,032	$20,169	$4,654	$116
25th Percentile	$221,854	$18,488	$4,266	$107

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Key Factors That Influence Director, Performance Improvement Salaries

A Director, Performance Improvement'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 Director, Performance Improvement Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director, Performance Improvement'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): $113,270
Early Career (1-2 years): $101,150
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $166,107
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $222,737
Expert (over 8 years): $240,180

Levels	Salary
Training ... Level Director, Performance Improvement	$113,270
Training ... Level Director, Performance Improvement	$101,150
Training ... Level Director, Performance Improvement	$166,107
Training ... Level Director, Performance Improvement	$222,737
Director,... Level Director, Performance Improvement	$240,180

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How Do Director, Performance Improvement 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 Director, Performance Improvements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $264,017.
California: $263,016.
Massachusetts: $259,510.

District of Columbia $264,017 California $263,016 Massachusetts $259,510 Washington $258,557 New Jersey $258,461 Alaska $258,127 Connecticut $254,837 New York $253,501

Hawaii $249,233 Rhode Island $247,230 Maryland $245,871 Minnesota $244,011 Colorado $243,295 Illinois $243,057 Oregon $242,151 Delaware $241,483

New Hampshire $241,063 Virginia $240,124 Pennsylvania $237,382 Nevada $235,999 North Dakota $235,546 Michigan $234,830 Wisconsin $234,568 Vermont $234,043

Texas $232,589 Maine $232,493 Arizona $232,350 Ohio $232,183 Georgia $229,990 Indiana $228,893 Wyoming $228,678 Utah $228,344

Iowa $228,201 Kansas $227,057 Louisiana $226,723 North Carolina $226,604 Missouri $226,556 Florida $225,626 Montana $225,125 Nebraska $224,648

Kentucky $224,386 South Carolina $223,432 Tennessee $222,836 Idaho $222,598 New Mexico $220,857 Oklahoma $220,475 Alabama $219,068 South Dakota $216,708

Arkansas $215,420 West Virginia $214,729 Mississippi $212,654

Top Paying Cities for Director, Performance Improvements

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: $249,924
Little Creek: $247,611
Magnolia: $248,637

Lincoln, DE $249,924 Little Creek, DE $247,611 Magnolia, DE $248,637 Milford, DE $249,924 Marydel, DE $246,681 Millsboro, DE $249,924 Millville, DE $251,594 Milton, DE $249,924

Nassau, DE $249,924 Ocean View, DE $251,594 Rehoboth Beach, DE $251,594 Seaford, DE $247,301 Selbyville, DE $251,594 Smyrna, DE $246,395 Viola, DE $248,637 Woodside, DE $247,921

Bear, DE $244,583 Newark, DE $244,678 Claymont, DE $244,869 Delaware City, DE $244,678 Hockessin, DE $244,869 Kirkwood, DE $244,678 Middletown, DE $245,895 Montchanin, DE $244,869

New Castle, DE $244,869 Odessa, DE $246,228 Port Penn, DE $244,011 Rockland, DE $244,869 Saint Georges, DE $244,678 Townsend, DE $245,871 Winterthur, DE $244,869 Lewes, DE $249,924

Wilmington, DE $244,869 Dover, DE $247,492 Dover Afb, DE $248,065 Bethany Beach, DE $251,594 Bethel, DE $247,301 Bridgeville, DE $249,924 Camden Wyoming, DE $247,755 Cheswold, DE $246,920

Clayton, DE $246,300 Dagsboro, DE $251,594 Delmar, DE $247,301 Ellendale, DE $249,924 Felton, DE $249,924 Fenwick Island, DE $251,594 Frankford, DE $251,594 Frederica, DE $249,924

Georgetown, DE $249,924 Greenwood, DE $249,924 Harbeson, DE $249,924 Harrington, DE $249,924 Hartly, DE $246,181 Houston, DE $249,924 Kenton, DE $246,300 Laurel, DE $247,301

Yorklyn, DE $244,869

Director, Performance Improvement Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Performance Improvement'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 May 18, 2021

$221,854

Average $242,032/year

$258,050

$18,488

Average $20,169/month

$21,504

$4,266

Average $4,654/week

$4,963

$107

Average $116/hour

$124

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$258,050	$21,504	$4,963	$124
Average	$242,032	$20,169	$4,654	$116
25th Percentile	$221,854	$18,488	$4,266	$107

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