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

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

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

An Associate Creative Director's salary grows with experience: a Creative Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $99,624, a Associate Creative Director (5+ years)earns $131,863, a Creative Director (5+ years)earns $154,686,

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

Associate Creative Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Creative Director roles are District of Columbia $132,917, California $132,413, Massachusetts $130,648. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Associate Creative Director level roles vary by specialization: Associate Creative Director Experience: $176,998; Associate Director of Creative Services: $156,975; Associate Creative Director Art Director: $155,811; Associate Creative Director - Design: $150,821; Associate Creative Director-Art: $150,146.

Associate Creative Director Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Associate Creative Director make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Creative Director in District of Columbia is $132,917 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $160,293
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,720 to $147,247
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,063

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Associate Creative Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,247	$12,271	$2,832	$71
Average	$132,917	$11,076	$2,556	$64
25th Percentile	$115,720	$9,643	$2,225	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Creative Director Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $132,917.
California: $132,413.
Massachusetts: $130,648.

District of Columbia $132,917 California $132,413 Massachusetts $130,648 Washington $130,168 New Jersey $130,120 Alaska $129,952 Connecticut $128,295 New York $127,623

Hawaii $125,474 Rhode Island $124,466 Maryland $123,781 Minnesota $122,845 Colorado $122,485 Illinois $122,365 Oregon $121,909 Delaware $121,573

New Hampshire $121,361 Virginia $120,888 Pennsylvania $119,508 Nevada $118,812 North Dakota $118,583 Michigan $118,223 Wisconsin $118,091 Vermont $117,827

Texas $117,095 Maine $117,047 Arizona $116,975 Ohio $116,891 Georgia $115,786 Indiana $115,234 Wyoming $115,126 Utah $114,958

Iowa $114,886 Kansas $114,310 Louisiana $114,142 North Carolina $114,082 Missouri $114,058 Florida $113,589 Montana $113,337 Nebraska $113,097

Kentucky $112,965 South Carolina $112,485 Tennessee $112,185 Idaho $112,065 New Mexico $111,188 Oklahoma $110,996 Alabama $110,288 South Dakota $109,100

Arkansas $108,451 West Virginia $108,103 Mississippi $107,059

Top Paying Cities for Associate 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:

Parcel Return Service: $132,917
Washington: $132,917
Naval Anacost Annex: $132,917

Parcel Return Service, DC $132,917 Washington, DC $132,917 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $132,917 Washington Navy Yard, DC $132,917

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

Understanding how an Associate 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 March 01, 2026

$115,720

Average $132,917/year

$147,247

$9,643

Average $11,076/month

$12,271

$2,225

Average $2,556/week

$2,832

$56

Average $64/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,247	$12,271	$2,832	$71
Average	$132,917	$11,076	$2,556	$64
25th Percentile	$115,720	$9,643	$2,225	$56

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