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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Site Director in New Jersey is $133,555 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.
However, a Site Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Site Director Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $146,734 | $12,228 | $2,822 | $71 |
| Average | $133,555 | $11,130 | $2,568 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $121,838 | $10,153 | $2,343 | $59 |
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A Site 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Site 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Field Eng... Level Site Director | $95,220 |
| Field Eng... Level Site Director | $109,680 |
| Field Eng... Level Site Director | $138,116 |
| Site Dire... Level Site Director | $132,586 |
| Field Eng... Level Site Director | $158,243 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Site Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Site Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Site Director positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Site Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $200,332 | $96.0 | 50% |
| Energy & Utilities | $173,621 | $83.0 | 30% |
| MFG Durable | $160,266 | $77.0 | 20% |
| Business Services | $153,588 | $74.0 | 15% |
| Healthcare | $140,233 | $67.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Site 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $146,734 | $12,228 | $2,822 | $71 |
| Average | $133,555 | $11,130 | $2,568 | $64 |
| 25th Percentile | $121,838 | $10,153 | $2,343 | $59 |
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