What are the main factors that influence a First Assistant Director's salary?

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

How does experience change A First Assistant Director's salary?

A First Assistant Director's salary grows with experience: a Campus Bookstore Worker (0-2 years)earns $55,081, a First Assistant Director (3-5 years)earns $58,706, a Campus Bookstore Manager (5+ years)earns $71,611,

What are the highest paying states for a First Assistant Director?

First Assistant Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for First Assistant Director roles are District of Columbia $63,479, California $63,238, Massachusetts $62,395. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of First Assistant Director roles make?

Salaries for First Assistant Director level roles vary by specialization: Director Of First Impressions: $251,235; First Assistant Engineer: $140,184; Registered Nurse First Assistant: $105,224; Surgical First Assistant Nurse: $104,890; RN - First Assistant (RNFA): $104,860.

First Assistant Director Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a First Assistant Director make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a First Assistant Director in Rhode Island is $59,443 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,570
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,755 to $69,454
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,666

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First Assistant Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,454	$5,788	$1,336	$33
Average	$59,443	$4,954	$1,143	$29
25th Percentile	$52,755	$4,396	$1,015	$25

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Key Factors That Influence First Assistant Director Salaries

A First Assistant 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 First Assistant 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 First Assistant Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $63,479.
California: $63,238.
Massachusetts: $62,395.

District of Columbia $63,479 California $63,238 Massachusetts $62,395 Washington $62,166 New Jersey $62,143 Alaska $62,063 Connecticut $61,272 New York $60,950

Hawaii $59,924 Rhode Island $59,443 Maryland $59,116 Minnesota $58,669 Colorado $58,497 Illinois $58,439 Oregon $58,221 Delaware $58,061

New Hampshire $57,960 Virginia $57,734 Pennsylvania $57,075 Nevada $56,742 North Dakota $56,633 Michigan $56,461 Wisconsin $56,398 Vermont $56,272

Texas $55,922 Maine $55,899 Arizona $55,865 Ohio $55,825 Georgia $55,297 Indiana $55,034 Wyoming $54,982 Utah $54,902

Iowa $54,867 Kansas $54,592 Louisiana $54,512 North Carolina $54,483 Missouri $54,472 Florida $54,248 Montana $54,128 Nebraska $54,013

Kentucky $53,950 South Carolina $53,721 Tennessee $53,578 Idaho $53,520 New Mexico $53,102 Oklahoma $53,010 Alabama $52,672 South Dakota $52,104

Arkansas $51,794 West Virginia $51,628 Mississippi $51,129

Top Paying Cities for First Assistant 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:

Adamsville: $60,186
Albion: $59,677
Ashaway: $60,072

Adamsville, RI $60,186 Albion, RI $59,677 Ashaway, RI $60,072 Barrington, RI $59,520 Block Island, RI $59,851 Bradford, RI $60,035 Bristol, RI $59,749 Carolina, RI $59,936

Charlestown, RI $59,958 Chepachet, RI $59,839 Clayville, RI $59,672 Coventry, RI $59,675 West Greenwich, RI $59,839 East Greenwich, RI $59,635 Exeter, RI $59,823 Fiskeville, RI $59,519

Forestdale, RI $59,978 Foster, RI $59,807 Glendale, RI $59,982 Greene, RI $59,886 Greenville, RI $59,542 Harmony, RI $59,619 Harrisville, RI $59,956 Hope, RI $59,556

Hope Valley, RI $60,019 Hopkinton, RI $60,098 Jamestown, RI $59,897 Kenyon, RI $59,929 Little Compton, RI $60,177 Manville, RI $59,756 Mapleville, RI $59,850 Newport, RI $59,957

Middletown, RI $59,984 North Kingstown, RI $59,737 North Scituate, RI $59,619 Oakland, RI $59,915 Pascoag, RI $59,996 Pawtucket, RI $59,431 Central Falls, RI $59,458 Cumberland, RI $59,795

Lincoln, RI $59,517 Portsmouth, RI $59,951 Prudence Island, RI $59,828 Rockville, RI $60,089 Saunderstown, RI $59,861 Shannock, RI $59,932 Slatersville, RI $59,978 Slocum, RI $59,859

Tiverton, RI $60,134 Wakefield, RI $59,912 Kingston, RI $59,889 Narragansett, RI $59,929 Peace Dale, RI $59,905 Warren, RI $59,674 Warwick, RI $59,507 Westerly, RI $60,086

West Kingston, RI $59,908 West Warwick, RI $59,580 Wood River Junction, RI $59,994 Woonsocket, RI $59,981 North Smithfield, RI $59,845 Wyoming, RI $59,932 Providence, RI $59,414 Cranston, RI $59,422

North Providence, RI $59,429 East Providence, RI $59,418 Riverside, RI $59,437 Rumford, RI $59,428 Smithfield, RI $59,549 Johnston, RI $59,449

First Assistant Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a First Assistant 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 August 01, 2026

$52,755

Average $59,443/year

$69,454

$4,396

Average $4,954/month

$5,788

$1,015

Average $1,143/week

$1,336

$25

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,454	$5,788	$1,336	$33
Average	$59,443	$4,954	$1,143	$29
25th Percentile	$52,755	$4,396	$1,015	$25

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