Community Director Salary in the United States

How much does a Community Director make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Community Director in the United States is $189,843 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $91.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $219,040
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,683 to $205,126
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $145,597
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Community Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $205,126 $17,094 $3,945 $99
Average $189,843 $15,820 $3,651 $91
25th Percentile $166,683 $13,890 $3,205 $80
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Key Factors That Influence Community Director Salaries

A Community 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 Community Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Community 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): $156,045
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $110,915
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $160,117
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $188,719
  • Expert (over 8 years): $257,954
Levels Salary
Community... Level Community Director$156,045
Community... Level Community Director$110,915
Community... Level Community Director$160,117
Community... Level Community Director$188,719
VP of Com... Level Community Director$257,954
$156,045 0 yr
$110,915 < 2 yrs
$160,117 2-4 yrs
$188,719 5-8 yrs
$257,954 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Community 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:

  • San Jose: $239,449
  • San Francisco: $237,095
  • Oakland: $231,836

Community Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Community 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 April 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Community Director

Salaries for a Community Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $175,821 in 2023 to around $164,075 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Community Director salary trends, .

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