Director of Customer Experience Salary in the United States

How much does a Director of Customer Experience make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director of Customer Experience in the United States is $206,015 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $99.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $251,363
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $184,893 to $229,752
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $165,663
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Director of Customer Experience Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $229,752 $19,146 $4,418 $110
Average $206,015 $17,168 $3,962 $99
25th Percentile $184,893 $15,408 $3,556 $89
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Key Factors That Influence Director of Customer Experience Salaries

A Director of Customer Experience'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 Director of Customer Experience Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director of Customer Experience'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): $124,456
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $166,427
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $204,270
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $239,195
  • Expert (over 8 years): $300,750
Levels Salary
Account M... Level Director of Customer Experience$124,456
Account M... Level Director of Customer Experience$166,427
Director ... Level Director of Customer Experience$204,270
VP of Acc... Level Director of Customer Experience$239,195
SVP of Ac... Level Director of Customer Experience$300,750
$124,456 0 yr
$166,427 < 2 yrs
$204,270 2-4 yrs
$239,195 5-8 yrs
$300,750 > 8 yrs
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How Do Director of Customer Experience 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 Director of Customer Experiences. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $228,100.
  • California: $227,235.
  • Massachusetts: $224,206.

Top Paying Cities for Director of Customer Experiences

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: $259,847
  • San Francisco: $257,002
  • Oakland: $251,586

Director of Customer Experience Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director of Customer Experience'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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Director of Customer Experience

Salaries for a Director of Customer Experience can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $170,841 in 2023 to around $165,793 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director of Customer Experience salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Director of Customer Experience Over Time

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