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

A Technical Program Director's salary grows with experience: an Implementation Supervisor (10+ years)earns $121,870, an Implementation Manager (10+ years)earns $144,155, an Implementation Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $184,825, an Technical Program Director (10+ years)earns $207,673, a VP of Implementation (10+ years)earns $243,278,

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

Technical Program Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Program Director roles are District of Columbia $224,247, California $223,397, Massachusetts $220,419. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Technical Program Director level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Director, Technical Program Management: $205,361; Director of Technical Program Management: $199,400; Principal Technical Program Manager: $146,445; Technical Program Manager: $142,573; Technical Director: $121,981.

Technical Program Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Technical Program Director make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Technical Program Director in Delaware is $205,574 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $99.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $227,965
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $191,570 to $217,294
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $178,821

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Technical Program Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$217,294	$18,108	$4,179	$104
Average	$205,574	$17,131	$3,953	$99
25th Percentile	$191,570	$15,964	$3,684	$92

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Program Director Salaries

A Technical 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 Technical Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical 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): $121,870
Early Career (1-2 years): $144,155
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $184,825
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $207,673
Expert (over 8 years): $243,278

Levels	Salary
Implement... Level Technical Program Director	$121,870
Implement... Level Technical Program Director	$144,155
Implement... Level Technical Program Director	$184,825
Technical... Level Technical Program Director	$207,673
VP of Imp... Level Technical Program Director	$243,278

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

District of Columbia: $224,247.
California: $223,397.
Massachusetts: $220,419.

District of Columbia $224,247 California $223,397 Massachusetts $220,419 Washington $219,609 New Jersey $219,528 Alaska $219,245 Connecticut $216,450 New York $215,316

Hawaii $211,690 Rhode Island $209,989 Maryland $208,834 Minnesota $207,255 Colorado $206,647 Illinois $206,444 Oregon $205,675 Delaware $205,108

New Hampshire $204,751 Virginia $203,953 Pennsylvania $201,624 Nevada $200,449 North Dakota $200,065 Michigan $199,457 Wisconsin $199,234 Vermont $198,789

Texas $197,553 Maine $197,472 Arizona $197,351 Ohio $197,209 Georgia $195,346 Indiana $194,414 Wyoming $194,232 Utah $193,948

Iowa $193,826 Kansas $192,854 Louisiana $192,571 North Carolina $192,470 Missouri $192,429 Florida $191,639 Montana $191,214 Nebraska $190,809

Kentucky $190,586 South Carolina $189,776 Tennessee $189,269 Idaho $189,067 New Mexico $187,588 Oklahoma $187,264 Alabama $186,069 South Dakota $184,064

Arkansas $182,971 West Virginia $182,383 Mississippi $180,621

Top Paying Cities for Technical 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: $212,277
Little Creek: $210,313
Magnolia: $211,184

Lincoln, DE $212,277 Little Creek, DE $210,313 Magnolia, DE $211,184 Milford, DE $212,277 Marydel, DE $209,523 Millsboro, DE $212,277 Millville, DE $213,695 Milton, DE $212,277

Nassau, DE $212,277 Ocean View, DE $213,695 Rehoboth Beach, DE $213,695 Seaford, DE $210,050 Selbyville, DE $213,695 Smyrna, DE $209,280 Viola, DE $211,184 Woodside, DE $210,576

Bear, DE $207,741 Newark, DE $207,822 Claymont, DE $207,984 Delaware City, DE $207,822 Hockessin, DE $207,984 Kirkwood, DE $207,822 Middletown, DE $208,855 Montchanin, DE $207,984

New Castle, DE $207,984 Odessa, DE $209,138 Port Penn, DE $207,255 Rockland, DE $207,984 Saint Georges, DE $207,822 Townsend, DE $208,834 Winterthur, DE $207,984 Lewes, DE $212,277

Wilmington, DE $207,984 Dover, DE $210,212 Dover Afb, DE $210,698 Bethany Beach, DE $213,695 Bethel, DE $210,050 Bridgeville, DE $212,277 Camden Wyoming, DE $210,434 Cheswold, DE $209,726

Clayton, DE $209,199 Dagsboro, DE $213,695 Delmar, DE $210,050 Ellendale, DE $212,277 Felton, DE $212,277 Fenwick Island, DE $213,695 Frankford, DE $213,695 Frederica, DE $212,277

Georgetown, DE $212,277 Greenwood, DE $212,277 Harbeson, DE $212,277 Harrington, DE $212,277 Hartly, DE $209,098 Houston, DE $212,277 Kenton, DE $209,199 Laurel, DE $210,050

Yorklyn, DE $207,984

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

Understanding how a Technical 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 May 18, 2021

$191,570

Average $205,574/year

$217,294

$15,964

Average $17,131/month

$18,108

$3,684

Average $3,953/week

$4,179

$92

Average $99/hour

$104

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$217,294	$18,108	$4,179	$104
Average	$205,574	$17,131	$3,953	$99
25th Percentile	$191,570	$15,964	$3,684	$92

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