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Associate Institutional Research Director Salary in Virginia

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Institutional Research Director in Virginia is $98,658 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,216
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,962 to $104,708
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,492
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Associate Institutional Research Director Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $104,708 $8,726 $2,014 $50
Average $98,658 $8,221 $1,897 $47
25th Percentile $84,962 $7,080 $1,634 $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): $93,547
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,161
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,205
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,109
  • Expert (over 8 years): $100,464
Levels Salary
Entry Level Associate Institutional Research Director$93,547
Intermediate Level Associate Institutional Research Director$94,161
Senior Level Associate Institutional Research Director$96,205
Specialist Level Associate Institutional Research Director$99,109
Expert Level Associate Institutional Research Director$100,464
$93,547 0 yr
$94,161 < 2 yrs
$96,205 2-4 yrs
$99,109 5-8 yrs
$100,464 > 8 yrs
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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:

  • Ivanhoe: $90,732
  • Lambsburg: $90,925
  • Laurel Fork: $91,027

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 $101,891. While startup companies pay approximate $87,025.

Associate Institutional Research Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$87,025
Growth Stage51~500$91,826
Established501~5000$98,643
Enterprise5000+$101,891

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.

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$84,962
Average $98,658/year
$104,708
$7,080
Average $8,221/month
$8,726
$1,634
Average $1,897/week
$2,014
$41
Average $47/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $104,708 $8,726 $2,014 $50
Average $98,658 $8,221 $1,897 $47
25th Percentile $84,962 $7,080 $1,634 $41

Associate Institutional Research Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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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 $119,073 21%
Dean - Computer and Information Systems $119,073 21%
Dean of Dentistry $319,457 224%
Dean of Education $156,643 59%

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