What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Director for Programs's salary?

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

How does experience change An Assistant Director for Programs's salary?

An Assistant Director for Programs's salary grows with experience: starting around $61,190 for beginners, reaching about $66,379 at mid-level, and approach $66,992 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Director for Programs?

Assistant Director for Programs salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Director for Programs roles are District of Columbia $70,564, California $70,296, Massachusetts $69,359. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Director for Programs roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Director for Programs level roles vary by specialization: Clinical Programs Development Director: $188,661; Director of Programs: $120,370; Assistant Director, Academic Programs: $81,372; Assistant Director for Academic Programs: $79,523; Assistant Director - Programs: $64,584.

Assistant Director for Programs Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Director for Programs make in Delaware? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Director for Programs in Delaware is $64,541 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, an Assistant Director for Programs's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,398
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,526 to $73,365
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,229

10% $49,229

50% (Median) $64,541

90% $81,398

Assistant Director for Programs Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,365	$6,114	$1,411	$35
Average	$64,541	$5,378	$1,241	$31
25th Percentile	$56,526	$4,711	$1,087	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Director for Programs Salaries

An Assistant Director for Programs'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 Assistant Director for Programs Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Director for Programs'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): $61,190
Early Career (1-2 years): $62,948
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,379
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $66,747
Expert (over 8 years): $66,992

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Level Assistant Director for Programs	less than 1 year	$61,190
Early Career Level Assistant Director for Programs	1-2 years	$62,948
Mid-Level Level Assistant Director for Programs	2-4 years	$66,379
Senior-Level Level Assistant Director for Programs	5-8 years	$66,747
Expert Level Assistant Director for Programs	over 8 years	$66,992

How Do Assistant Director for Programs 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 Assistant Director for Programs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,564.
California: $70,296.
Massachusetts: $69,359.

District of Columbia $70,564 California $70,296 Massachusetts $69,359 Washington $69,104 New Jersey $69,079 Alaska $68,990 Connecticut $68,110 New York $67,753

Hawaii $66,612 Rhode Island $66,077 Maryland $65,714 Minnesota $65,217 Colorado $65,026 Illinois $64,962 Oregon $64,720 Delaware $64,541

New Hampshire $64,429 Virginia $64,178 Pennsylvania $63,445 Nevada $63,075 North Dakota $62,954 Michigan $62,763 Wisconsin $62,693 Vermont $62,553

Texas $62,164 Maine $62,139 Arizona $62,100 Ohio $62,056 Georgia $61,469 Indiana $61,176 Wyoming $61,119 Utah $61,030

Iowa $60,991 Kansas $60,685 Louisiana $60,596 North Carolina $60,564 Missouri $60,552 Florida $60,303 Montana $60,169 Nebraska $60,042

Kentucky $59,972 South Carolina $59,717 Tennessee $59,557 Idaho $59,494 New Mexico $59,028 Oklahoma $58,926 Alabama $58,550 South Dakota $57,919

Arkansas $57,575 West Virginia $57,390 Mississippi $56,836

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Director for Programs

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: $64,251
Little Creek: $64,721
Magnolia: $64,628

Lincoln, DE $64,251

Little Creek, DE $64,721

Magnolia, DE $64,628

Milford, DE $64,414

Marydel, DE $64,520

Millsboro, DE $63,981

Millville, DE $64,080

Milton, DE $64,191

Nassau, DE $64,237

Ocean View, DE $64,069

Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,192

Seaford, DE $64,228

Selbyville, DE $63,963

Smyrna, DE $64,766

Viola, DE $64,467

Woodside, DE $64,641

Bear, DE $64,491

Newark, DE $64,467

Claymont, DE $64,599

Delaware City, DE $64,532

Hockessin, DE $64,462

Kirkwood, DE $64,520

Middletown, DE $64,544

Montchanin, DE $64,476

New Castle, DE $64,486

Odessa, DE $64,576

Port Penn, DE $64,620

Rockland, DE $64,483

Saint Georges, DE $64,524

Townsend, DE $64,623

Winterthur, DE $64,490

Lewes, DE $64,216

Wilmington, DE $64,465

Dover, DE $64,721

Dover Afb, DE $64,380

Bethany Beach, DE $64,001

Bethel, DE $64,068

Bridgeville, DE $64,219

Camden Wyoming, DE $64,539

Cheswold, DE $64,700

Clayton, DE $64,702

Dagsboro, DE $63,957

Delmar, DE $63,854

Ellendale, DE $64,048

Felton, DE $64,409

Fenwick Island, DE $63,971

Frankford, DE $63,859

Frederica, DE $64,472

Georgetown, DE $63,933

Greenwood, DE $64,229

Harbeson, DE $64,001

Harrington, DE $64,327

Hartly, DE $64,527

Houston, DE $64,235

Kenton, DE $64,705

Laurel, DE $63,894

Yorklyn, DE $64,481

Assistant Director for Programs Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Director for Programs'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.

$56,526

Average $64,541/year

$73,365

$4,711

Average $5,378/month

$6,114

$1,087

Average $1,241/week

$1,411

$27

Average $31/hour

$35

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$73,365	$6,114	$1,411	$35
Average	$64,541	$5,378	$1,241	$31
25th Percentile	$56,526	$4,711	$1,087	$27

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