How much does an Activity Program Director make in Utah? As of November 01, 2026, the average salary for an Activity Program Director in Utah is $67,821 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,738
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,254 to $74,582
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,006

Key Factors That Influence Activity Program Director Salaries

An Activity 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 Activity Program Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Activity 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): $64,606
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,871
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,311
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,751
  • Expert (over 8 years): $66,600
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Activity Program Director less than 1 year $64,606
Early Career Level Activity Program Director 1-2 years $64,871
Mid-Level Level Activity Program Director 2-4 years $65,311
Senior-Level Level Activity Program Director 5-8 years $65,751
Expert Level Activity Program Director over 8 years $66,600

Top Paying Cities for Activity Program Director

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:

  • Tremonton: $67,290
  • Fielding: $67,328
  • Garland: $67,363

Activity Program Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Activity Program Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Activity Program Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Activity Program Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Activity Program Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $81,385 $39.0 20%

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

Understanding how an Activity 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.

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  • Monthly
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  • Hourly
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Last Updated on November 01, 2026
$64,254
Average $67,821/year
$74,582
$5,354
Average $5,652/month
$6,215
$1,236
Average $1,304/week
$1,434
$31
Average $33/hour
$36
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $74,582 $6,215 $1,434 $36
Average $67,821 $5,652 $1,304 $33
25th Percentile $64,254 $5,354 $1,236 $31

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