Assoc. Director, Project Management Salary in the United States

How much does an Assoc. Director, Project Management make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assoc. Director, Project Management in the United States is $170,335 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $203,485
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $157,013 to $187,687
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $144,884
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Assoc. Director, Project Management Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $187,687 $15,641 $3,609 $90
Average $170,335 $14,195 $3,276 $82
25th Percentile $157,013 $13,084 $3,019 $75
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Key Factors That Influence Assoc. Director, Project Management Salaries

An Assoc. Director, Project Management'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assoc. Director, Project Management Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assoc. Director, Project Management'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): $128,879
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $151,990
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,427
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,048
  • Expert (over 8 years): $169,059
Levels Salary
Project M... Level Assoc. Director, Project Management$128,879
Project M... Level Assoc. Director, Project Management$151,990
Project M... Level Assoc. Director, Project Management$108,427
Project M... Level Assoc. Director, Project Management$145,048
Assoc. Di... Level Assoc. Director, Project Management$169,059
$128,879 0 yr
$151,990 < 2 yrs
$108,427 2-4 yrs
$145,048 5-8 yrs
$169,059 > 8 yrs
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How Do Assoc. Director, Project Management 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 Assoc. Director, Project Managements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $188,595.
  • California: $187,880.
  • Massachusetts: $185,376.

Top Paying Cities for Assoc. Director, Project Managements

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:

  • San Jose: $214,844
  • San Francisco: $212,491
  • Oakland: $208,013

What Skills Can Increase an Assoc. Director, Project Management's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 21.53% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • SOP (Mentioned in 1.61% Job Postings): SOP is A standard operating procedure is a set of step-by-step instructions compiled by an organization to help workers carry out routine operations.
  • Risk Mitigation (Mentioned in 1.31% Job Postings): Assessing, monitoring, and controlling risk and its probabilities using automation controls to minimize the potential financial risks and improve the organization's processes.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 21.53%
SOP 1.61%
Risk Mitigation 1.31%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Assoc. Director, Project Management's salary.
  • Drug Development: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Risk Mitigation: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Contingency Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Drug Development
 $183,962
8%
Risk Mitigation
 $178,852
5%
Contingency Planning
 $178,852
5%
Line Management
 $178,852
5%
Pharmaceutical Industry
 $178,852
5%
Coaching
 $178,852
5%
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Assoc. Director, Project Management Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assoc. Director, Project Management roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Telecom and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Assoc. Director, Project Management positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assoc. Director, Project Management as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assoc. Director, Project Management

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Telecom$212,919$102.025%
Energy & Utilities$204,402$98.020%
Aerospace & Defense$195,885$94.015%
Chemicals$187,369$90.010%
Financial Services$187,369$90.010%

How Education impacts an Assoc. Director, Project Management's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assoc. Director, Project Managements enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assoc. Director, Project Management with a Associate's Degree is between $168,639 and $178,650).

Assoc. Director, Project Management Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assoc. Director, Project Management
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 4.2%
Associates 3.9%
Bachelors 37.6%
Masters 48.2%
Doctorate 5.3%
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Assoc. Director, Project Management Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assoc. Director, Project Management'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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$157,013
Average $170,335/year
$187,687
$13,084
Average $14,195/month
$15,641
$3,019
Average $3,276/week
$3,609
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Average $82/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $187,687 $15,641 $3,609 $90
Average $170,335 $14,195 $3,276 $82
25th Percentile $157,013 $13,084 $3,019 $75

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Salary Trends for Assoc. Director, Project Management

Salaries for an Assoc. Director, Project Management can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $175,319 in 2023 to around $170,460 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assoc. Director, Project Management salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Assoc. Director, Project Management Over Time

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$175,319
2024
$173,855
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$170,460
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2023 $175,319
2024 $173,855
2025 $170,460
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