What are the main factors that influence an Associate Institutional Research Director's salary?

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

How does experience change An Associate Institutional Research Director's salary?

An Associate Institutional Research Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $94,077 for beginners, reaching about $96,749 at mid-level, and approach $101,032 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Institutional Research Director?

Associate Institutional Research Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Institutional Research Director roles are District of Columbia $108,475, California $108,063, Massachusetts $106,623. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Institutional Research Director roles make?

Salaries for Associate Institutional Research Director level roles vary by specialization: Associate Research Director: $161,223; Associate Director of Institutional Giving: $152,784; Associate Director of Institutional Assessment: $136,243; Associate Director of Institutional Research: $134,172; Director of Institutional Advancement: $133,344.

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Associate Institutional Research Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Institutional Research Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Institutional Research Director in Delaware is $99,216 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

However, an Associate Institutional Research Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,840
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,443 to $105,301
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,902

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Associate Institutional Research Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,301	$8,775	$2,025	$51
Average	$99,216	$8,268	$1,908	$48
25th Percentile	$85,443	$7,120	$1,643	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Institutional Research Director Salaries

An Associate Institutional Research 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 Associate Institutional Research Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Institutional Research 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): $94,077
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,694
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,749
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,670
Expert (over 8 years): $101,032

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Associate Institutional Research Director	$94,077
Intermediate Level Associate Institutional Research Director	$94,694
Senior Level Associate Institutional Research Director	$96,749
Specialist Level Associate Institutional Research Director	$99,670
Expert Level Associate Institutional Research Director	$101,032

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How Do Associate Institutional Research Director 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 Associate Institutional Research Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $108,475.
California: $108,063.
Massachusetts: $106,623.

District of Columbia $108,475 California $108,063 Massachusetts $106,623 Washington $106,231 New Jersey $106,192 Alaska $106,055 Connecticut $104,703 New York $104,154

Hawaii $102,400 Rhode Island $101,577 Maryland $101,019 Minnesota $100,255 Colorado $99,961 Illinois $99,863 Oregon $99,491 Delaware $99,216

New Hampshire $99,044 Virginia $98,658 Pennsylvania $97,531 Nevada $96,963 North Dakota $96,777 Michigan $96,483 Wisconsin $96,375 Vermont $96,160

Texas $95,562 Maine $95,523 Arizona $95,464 Ohio $95,395 Georgia $94,494 Indiana $94,043 Wyoming $93,955 Utah $93,818

Iowa $93,759 Kansas $93,289 Louisiana $93,152 North Carolina $93,103 Missouri $93,083 Florida $92,701 Montana $92,495 Nebraska $92,299

Kentucky $92,192 South Carolina $91,800 Tennessee $91,555 Idaho $91,457 New Mexico $90,742 Oklahoma $90,585 Alabama $90,007 South Dakota $89,037

Arkansas $88,508 West Virginia $88,224 Mississippi $87,371

Top Paying Cities for Associate Institutional Research 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:

Lincoln: $98,769
Little Creek: $99,493
Magnolia: $99,349

Lincoln, DE $98,769 Little Creek, DE $99,493 Magnolia, DE $99,349 Milford, DE $99,020 Marydel, DE $99,183 Millsboro, DE $98,355 Millville, DE $98,507 Milton, DE $98,677

Nassau, DE $98,749 Ocean View, DE $98,490 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,679 Seaford, DE $98,735 Selbyville, DE $98,327 Smyrna, DE $99,561 Viola, DE $99,103 Woodside, DE $99,369

Bear, DE $99,140 Newark, DE $99,103 Claymont, DE $99,305 Delaware City, DE $99,202 Hockessin, DE $99,094 Kirkwood, DE $99,183 Middletown, DE $99,221 Montchanin, DE $99,116

New Castle, DE $99,131 Odessa, DE $99,270 Port Penn, DE $99,337 Rockland, DE $99,126 Saint Georges, DE $99,190 Townsend, DE $99,343 Winterthur, DE $99,138 Lewes, DE $98,716

Wilmington, DE $99,099 Dover, DE $99,493 Dover Afb, DE $98,968 Bethany Beach, DE $98,386 Bethel, DE $98,488 Bridgeville, DE $98,721 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,212 Cheswold, DE $99,460

Clayton, DE $99,463 Dagsboro, DE $98,318 Delmar, DE $98,160 Ellendale, DE $98,458 Felton, DE $99,012 Fenwick Island, DE $98,339 Frankford, DE $98,168 Frederica, DE $99,110

Georgetown, DE $98,281 Greenwood, DE $98,736 Harbeson, DE $98,385 Harrington, DE $98,887 Hartly, DE $99,195 Houston, DE $98,746 Kenton, DE $99,468 Laurel, DE $98,222

Yorklyn, DE $99,123

Associate Institutional Research Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Associate Institutional Research Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $102,468. While startup companies pay approximate $87,517.

Associate Institutional Research Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$87,517
Growth Stage	51~500	$92,345
Established	501~5000	$99,201
Enterprise	5000+	$102,468

Associate Institutional Research Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Institutional Research 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 July 01, 2026

$85,443

Average $99,216/year

$105,301

$7,120

Average $8,268/month

$8,775

$1,643

Average $1,908/week

$2,025

$41

Average $48/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$105,301	$8,775	$2,025	$51
Average	$99,216	$8,268	$1,908	$48
25th Percentile	$85,443	$7,120	$1,643	$41

Associate Institutional Research Director Salary Growth & Career Path

Associate Institutional Research Director

Dean - Career Development

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Associate Institutional Research Director, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Associate Institutional Research Director Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Dean - Career Development	$119,747	21%
Dean - Computer and Information Systems	$119,747	21%
Dean of Dentistry	$321,265	224%
Dean of Education	$157,530	59%

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