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

What industry pays the highest salary for Associate Creative Director?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Creative Director roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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 $91,121, a Associate Creative Director (5+ years)earns $120,653, a Creative Director (5+ years)earns $141,465,

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 $132,960, California $132,456, Massachusetts $130,691. 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: $176,962; Associate Director of Creative Services: $157,039; Associate Creative Director Art Director: $155,878; Associate Creative Director - Design: $150,793; Associate Creative Director-Art: $150,118.

Associate Creative Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Creative Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Creative Director in Delaware is $121,612 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,533
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,027 to $134,657
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,837

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Associate Creative Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,657	$11,221	$2,590	$65
Average	$121,612	$10,134	$2,339	$58
25th Percentile	$106,027	$8,836	$2,039	$51

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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: $132,960.
California: $132,456.
Massachusetts: $130,691.

District of Columbia $132,960 California $132,456 Massachusetts $130,691 Washington $130,210 New Jersey $130,162 Alaska $129,994 Connecticut $128,337 New York $127,664

Hawaii $125,515 Rhode Island $124,506 Maryland $123,822 Minnesota $122,885 Colorado $122,525 Illinois $122,405 Oregon $121,948 Delaware $121,612

New Hampshire $121,401 Virginia $120,928 Pennsylvania $119,547 Nevada $118,850 North Dakota $118,622 Michigan $118,262 Wisconsin $118,130 Vermont $117,865

Texas $117,133 Maine $117,085 Arizona $117,013 Ohio $116,929 Georgia $115,824 Indiana $115,272 Wyoming $115,163 Utah $114,995

Iowa $114,923 Kansas $114,347 Louisiana $114,179 North Carolina $114,119 Missouri $114,095 Florida $113,626 Montana $113,374 Nebraska $113,134

Kentucky $113,002 South Carolina $112,522 Tennessee $112,221 Idaho $112,101 New Mexico $111,225 Oklahoma $111,032 Alabama $110,324 South Dakota $109,135

Arkansas $108,487 West Virginia $108,138 Mississippi $107,094

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:

Lincoln: $121,065
Little Creek: $121,951
Magnolia: $121,775

Lincoln, DE $121,065 Little Creek, DE $121,951 Magnolia, DE $121,775 Milford, DE $121,372 Marydel, DE $121,571 Millsboro, DE $120,557 Millville, DE $120,743 Milton, DE $120,952

Nassau, DE $121,039 Ocean View, DE $120,722 Rehoboth Beach, DE $120,954 Seaford, DE $121,022 Selbyville, DE $120,522 Smyrna, DE $122,035 Viola, DE $121,473 Woodside, DE $121,799

Bear, DE $121,518 Newark, DE $121,473 Claymont, DE $121,721 Delaware City, DE $121,594 Hockessin, DE $121,462 Kirkwood, DE $121,571 Middletown, DE $121,618 Montchanin, DE $121,490

New Castle, DE $121,508 Odessa, DE $121,678 Port Penn, DE $121,760 Rockland, DE $121,502 Saint Georges, DE $121,580 Townsend, DE $121,767 Winterthur, DE $121,516 Lewes, DE $120,998

Wilmington, DE $121,468 Dover, DE $121,951 Dover Afb, DE $121,308 Bethany Beach, DE $120,595 Bethel, DE $120,720 Bridgeville, DE $121,004 Camden Wyoming, DE $121,607 Cheswold, DE $121,911

Clayton, DE $121,915 Dagsboro, DE $120,511 Delmar, DE $120,318 Ellendale, DE $120,683 Felton, DE $121,362 Fenwick Island, DE $120,537 Frankford, DE $120,327 Frederica, DE $121,482

Georgetown, DE $120,465 Greenwood, DE $121,024 Harbeson, DE $120,594 Harrington, DE $121,209 Hartly, DE $121,586 Houston, DE $121,036 Kenton, DE $121,921 Laurel, DE $120,393

Yorklyn, DE $121,498

Associate Creative Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Creative Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Associate Creative Director positions in Media or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Creative Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Creative Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$158,096	$76.0	30%
Internet	$145,935	$70.0	20%
Healthcare	$139,854	$67.0	15%
Biotechnology	$133,773	$64.0	10%
Chemicals	$133,773	$64.0	10%

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 July 01, 2026

$106,027

Average $121,612/year

$134,657

$8,836

Average $10,134/month

$11,221

$2,039

Average $2,339/week

$2,590

$51

Average $58/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,657	$11,221	$2,590	$65
Average	$121,612	$10,134	$2,339	$58
25th Percentile	$106,027	$8,836	$2,039	$51

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