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 $49,611, a First Assistant Director (3-5 years)earns $52,902, a Campus Bookstore Manager (5+ years)earns $64,499,

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

First Assistant Director salary varies significantly by city. The top 3 highest paying cities in New Mexico for First Assistant Director roles are San Jose $72,269, San Francisco $71,559, Oakland $69,971.

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: $250,551; First Assistant Engineer: $140,200; Registered Nurse First Assistant: $105,282; Surgical First Assistant Nurse: $104,990; RN - First Assistant (RNFA): $104,930.

First Assistant Director Salary in Santa Cruz, NM (January 01, 2026)

First Assistant Director Salary in Santa Cruz, NM

How much does a First Assistant Director make in Santa Cruz, NM?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a First Assistant Director in Santa Cruz, NM is $53,573 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,006
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,604 to $62,698
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,169

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 January 01, 2026

$47,604

Average $53,573/year

$62,698

$3,967

Average $4,464/month

$5,225

$915

Average $1,030/week

$1,206

$23

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,698	$5,225	$1,206	$30
Average	$53,573	$4,464	$1,030	$26
25th Percentile	$47,604	$3,967	$915	$23

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