As of January 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Dean in the United States is $57, which translates to an annual salary of about $118,144.
However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:
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Dean Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $148,823 | $12,402 | $2,862 | $72 |
| Average | $118,144 | $9,845 | $2,272 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $96,382 | $8,032 | $1,854 | $46 |
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A Dean'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Dean'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Dean | $104,827 |
| Intermediate Level Dean | $106,776 |
| Senior Level Dean | $109,374 |
| Specialist Level Dean | $113,272 |
| Expert Level Dean | $118,144 |
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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 Deans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Understanding how a Dean'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $148,823 | $12,402 | $2,862 | $72 |
| Average | $118,144 | $9,845 | $2,272 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $96,382 | $8,032 | $1,854 | $46 |
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Manages the administrative and operational functions of a specific academic college or program. Develops strategic initiatives and participates in long-term planning and policy setting. Provides senior level leadership in areas of curriculum development, institutional assessment, and faculty development. Ensures academic standards are met and align with institutional goals. Requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
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