How much does an Early Childhood Director make in the United States? The average Early Childhood Director salary in the United States is $109,569 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $92,108 and $137,766. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Early Childhood Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $76,210 US May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $92,108 US May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $109,569 US May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $137,766 US May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $163,437 US May 28, 2024
25% $92,108 10% $76,210 90% $163,437 75% $137,766 $109,569 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Early Childhood Director

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    Child Life Specialist

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    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Early Childhood Director in the United States. The base salary for Early Childhood Director ranges from $92,108 to $137,766 with the average base salary of $109,569. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $92,716 to $140,157 with the average total cash compensation of $110,067.

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