Senior Living Construction Director Salary in the United States

How much does a Senior Living Construction Director make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Living Construction Director in the United States is $141,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

However, a Senior Living Construction Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,021
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,500 to $150,100
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,576
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Senior Living Construction Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $150,100 $12,508 $2,887 $72
Average $141,400 $11,783 $2,719 $68
25th Percentile $130,500 $10,875 $2,510 $63
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Key Factors That Influence Senior Living Construction Director Salaries

A Senior Living Construction 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 Senior Living Construction Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Living Construction 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): $134,730
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $135,706
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,007
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,960
  • Expert (over 8 years): $141,400
Levels Salary
Entry Level Senior Living Construction Director$134,730
Intermediate Level Senior Living Construction Director$135,706
Senior Level Senior Living Construction Director$137,007
Specialist Level Senior Living Construction Director$138,960
Expert Level Senior Living Construction Director$141,400
$134,730 0 yr
$135,706 < 2 yrs
$137,007 2-4 yrs
$138,960 5-8 yrs
$141,400 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Senior Living Construction 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: $178,300
  • San Francisco: $176,500
  • Oakland: $172,600

Senior Living Construction Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Living Construction 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 January 01, 2026

Senior Living Construction Director Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Senior Living Construction Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Director of Construction Operations role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $202,100 - a projected growth of 43% over your current level.

Salary Trends for Senior Living Construction Director

Salaries for a Senior Living Construction Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $133,478 in 2023 to around $131,379 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Senior Living Construction Director salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Senior Living Construction Director Over Time

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