Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Ambulatory Services and Programs Director make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ambulatory Services and Programs Director in the United States is $147,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, an Ambulatory Services and Programs Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,180
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,090 to $166,790
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,439
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Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $166,790 $13,899 $3,208 $80
Average $147,690 $12,308 $2,840 $71
25th Percentile $137,090 $11,424 $2,636 $66
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Key Factors That Influence Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salaries

An Ambulatory Services and Programs 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 Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Ambulatory Services and Programs 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:

  • Outpatient Clinical Services Supervisor (0-3 years): $63,806
  • Outpatient Clinical Services Manager (3-5 years): $91,738
  • Ambulatory Services and Programs Director (5+ years): $147,668
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Outpatient Clinical Services Supervisor0-3 years$63,806
Outpatient Clinical Services Manager3-5 years$91,738
Ambulatory Services and Programs Director5+ years$147,668
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Top Paying Cities for Ambulatory Services and Programs 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:

  • San Jose: $186,290
  • San Francisco: $184,290
  • Oakland: $180,390

What Skills Can Increase an Ambulatory Services and Programs Director's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 8.79% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Support Services (Mentioned in 2.85% Job Postings): Support Services means those activities provided to or on behalf of a person in the areas of personal care and assistance and property maintenance in order to allow a person to live in the least restrictive environment.
  • AIM (Mentioned in 2.17% Job Postings): AIM (AOL Instant Messenger) was an instant messaging and presence computer program created by AOL. It allows two or more users to communicate with each other via real-time chat.
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Leadership 8.79%
Support Services 2.85%
AIM 2.17%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Ambulatory Services and Programs Director's salary.
  • Budgeting: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Impact and Influence: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Budgeting
 $168,367
14%
Impact and Influence
 $159,505
8%
Presentation
 $159,505
8%
Group Therapy
 $158,028
7%
AIM
 $158,028
7%
Innovation
 $158,028
7%
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Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Ambulatory Services and Programs Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $156,858. While startup companies pay approximate $133,600.

Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$133,600
Growth Stage51~500$141,047
Established501~5000$151,737
Enterprise5000+$156,858

Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Ambulatory Services and Programs 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, Ambulatory Services and Programs Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Ambulatory Services and Programs Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Ambulatory Services and Programs Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$177,228$85.020%

Ambulatory Services and Programs Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Ambulatory Services and Programs 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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$137,090
Average $147,690/year
$166,790
$11,424
Average $12,308/month
$13,899
$2,636
Average $2,840/week
$3,208
$66
Average $71/hour
$80
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $166,790 $13,899 $3,208 $80
Average $147,690 $12,308 $2,840 $71
25th Percentile $137,090 $11,424 $2,636 $66

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Salary Trends for Ambulatory Services and Programs Director

Salaries for an Ambulatory Services and Programs Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $109,997 in 2023 to around $110,857 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Ambulatory Services and Programs Director salary trends, .

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$109,997
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