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Field Service Director Salary in the United States

What is the salary range of a Field Service Director?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Field Service Director in the United States is $179,511 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

However, a Field Service Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $212,537
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $165,303 to $196,798
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,367
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Field Service Director Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
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Wage
75th Percentile $196,798 $16,400 $3,785 $95
Average $179,511 $14,959 $3,452 $86
25th Percentile $165,303 $13,775 $3,179 $79
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Key Factors That Influence Field Service Director Salaries

A Field Service 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 Field Service Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field Service 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): $170,795
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $172,068
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $173,765
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $176,311
  • Expert (over 8 years): $179,493
Levels Salary
Entry Level Field Service Director $170,795
Intermediate Level Field Service Director $172,068
Senior Level Field Service Director $173,765
Specialist Level Field Service Director $176,311
Expert Level Field Service Director $179,493
$170,795 0 yr
$172,068 < 2 yrs
$173,765 2-4 yrs
$176,311 5-8 yrs
$179,493 > 8 yrs
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How Do Field Service 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 Field Service Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $198,001.
  • Massachusetts: $195,362.
  • New Jersey: $194,572

Field Service Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field Service 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 November 01, 2025

Salary Trends for Field Service Directors

Salaries for a Field Service Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $160,981 in 2023 to around $153,376 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Field Service Director salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Field Service Director Over Time

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2023
$160,981
2024
$156,962
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$153,376
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2023 $160,981
2024 $156,962
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Field Service Director bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 57.0%
Bonuses 18.0%
Social Security 4.4%
401k/403b 3.2%
Disability 1.5%
Healthcare 2.7%
Pension 4.1%
Time Off 9.2%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $179,511 57.0%
Bonus $56,681 18.0%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $13,878 4.4%
401K/403B $9,920 3.2%
Disability $4,724 1.5%
Healthcare $8,352 2.7%
Pension $12,754 4.1%
Time Off $29,070 9.2%
Total Compensation $314,890 100%
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FAQ about Field Service Director

1. Where can a Field Service Director earn the most?

A Field Service Director's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Field Service Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Field Service Director is $226,417.

2. What is the highest pay for Field Service Director?

The highest pay for Field Service Director is $212,537.

3. What is the lowest pay for Field Service Director?

The lowest pay for Field Service Director is $152,367.

4. What are the responsibilities of Field Service Director?

Directs field service activities to provide effective on-site support and technical assistance with various products or equipment. Plans and develops policies and procedures for on-site installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of products/equipment to ensure proper function and maximize uptime. Reviews service contracts and directs support services. Develops methods, guidelines, and policies to facilitate efficient service delivery. Reviews service reports to monitor service performance and enhance customer satisfaction. Ensures all customer issues are satisfactorily resolved, utilizing engineering, manufacturing, and other teams as needed. Requires a bachelor's 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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