What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Creative Director's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Creative Director?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Creative Director roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Creative Director's salary?

An Assistant Creative Director's salary grows with experience: a Creative Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $91,290, a Creative Manager (5+ years)earns $120,876, a Assistant Creative Director (5+ years)earns $141,728,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Creative Director?

Assistant Creative Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Creative Director roles are District of Columbia $150,847, California $150,275, Massachusetts $148,272. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Creative Director roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Creative Director level roles vary by specialization: Executive Creative Director: $149,075; Creative Production Director: $145,398; Global Creative Director: $144,962; Creative Director: $143,819; Creative Art Director: $143,062.

Assistant Creative Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Creative Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Creative Director in Delaware is $137,972 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $163,834
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $119,944 to $151,509
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,531

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Assistant Creative Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,509	$12,626	$2,914	$73
Average	$137,972	$11,498	$2,653	$66
25th Percentile	$119,944	$9,995	$2,307	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Creative Director Salaries

An Assistant Creative 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 Do Assistant Creative 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 Assistant Creative Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $150,847.
California: $150,275.
Massachusetts: $148,272.

District of Columbia $150,847 California $150,275 Massachusetts $148,272 Washington $147,727 New Jersey $147,673 Alaska $147,482 Connecticut $145,602 New York $144,839

Hawaii $142,400 Rhode Island $141,256 Maryland $140,479 Minnesota $139,416 Colorado $139,008 Illinois $138,871 Oregon $138,354 Delaware $137,972

New Hampshire $137,732 Virginia $137,196 Pennsylvania $135,629 Nevada $134,839 North Dakota $134,580 Michigan $134,171 Wisconsin $134,021 Vermont $133,722

Texas $132,890 Maine $132,836 Arizona $132,754 Ohio $132,659 Georgia $131,405 Indiana $130,779 Wyoming $130,656 Utah $130,465

Iowa $130,384 Kansas $129,730 Louisiana $129,539 North Carolina $129,471 Missouri $129,444 Florida $128,912 Montana $128,626 Nebraska $128,354

Kentucky $128,204 South Carolina $127,659 Tennessee $127,318 Idaho $127,182 New Mexico $126,187 Oklahoma $125,969 Alabama $125,166 South Dakota $123,817

Arkansas $123,081 West Virginia $122,686 Mississippi $121,501

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Creative 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: $137,351
Little Creek: $138,356
Magnolia: $138,158

Lincoln, DE $137,351 Little Creek, DE $138,356 Magnolia, DE $138,158 Milford, DE $137,700 Marydel, DE $137,926 Millsboro, DE $136,775 Millville, DE $136,986 Milton, DE $137,223

Nassau, DE $137,322 Ocean View, DE $136,963 Rehoboth Beach, DE $137,226 Seaford, DE $137,303 Selbyville, DE $136,735 Smyrna, DE $138,452 Viola, DE $137,814 Woodside, DE $138,185

Bear, DE $137,866 Newark, DE $137,814 Claymont, DE $138,096 Delaware City, DE $137,952 Hockessin, DE $137,802 Kirkwood, DE $137,926 Middletown, DE $137,979 Montchanin, DE $137,833

New Castle, DE $137,854 Odessa, DE $138,047 Port Penn, DE $138,140 Rockland, DE $137,847 Saint Georges, DE $137,935 Townsend, DE $138,148 Winterthur, DE $137,863 Lewes, DE $137,276

Wilmington, DE $137,809 Dover, DE $138,356 Dover Afb, DE $137,628 Bethany Beach, DE $136,818 Bethel, DE $136,960 Bridgeville, DE $137,283 Camden Wyoming, DE $137,967 Cheswold, DE $138,312

Clayton, DE $138,316 Dagsboro, DE $136,723 Delmar, DE $136,504 Ellendale, DE $136,918 Felton, DE $137,689 Fenwick Island, DE $136,753 Frankford, DE $136,514 Frederica, DE $137,825

Georgetown, DE $136,671 Greenwood, DE $137,305 Harbeson, DE $136,817 Harrington, DE $137,515 Hartly, DE $137,942 Houston, DE $137,318 Kenton, DE $138,322 Laurel, DE $136,589

Yorklyn, DE $137,843

Assistant Creative Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Creative Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 125% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Creative Director positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Creative Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Creative Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$220,756	$106.0	60%
Aerospace & Defense	$206,958	$99.0	50%
Healthcare	$186,263	$90.0	35%
Biotechnology	$179,364	$86.0	30%
Media	$172,465	$83.0	25%

Assistant Creative Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Creative 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

$119,944

Average $137,972/year

$151,509

$9,995

Average $11,498/month

$12,626

$2,307

Average $2,653/week

$2,914

$58

Average $66/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$151,509	$12,626	$2,914	$73
Average	$137,972	$11,498	$2,653	$66
25th Percentile	$119,944	$9,995	$2,307	$58

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