Assistant Director Academic Affairs Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Director Academic Affairs make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Director Academic Affairs in the United States is $147,814 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $195,369
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,976 to $172,706
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,735
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Assistant Director Academic Affairs Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $172,706 $14,392 $3,321 $83
Average $147,814 $12,318 $2,843 $71
25th Percentile $129,976 $10,831 $2,500 $62
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Director Academic Affairs Salaries

An Assistant Director Academic Affairs'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Assistant Director Academic Affairs 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 Assistant Director Academic Affairs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $163,660.
  • California: $163,039.
  • Massachusetts: $160,866.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Director Academic Affairs

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: $186,438
  • San Francisco: $184,396
  • Oakland: $180,510

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Director Academic Affairs's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.3% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Data Input (Mentioned in 4.65% Job Postings): Data input are information's that is provided to a computer or a software program. Input means to provide the program with some data to be used in it.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 4.65% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
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Leadership 9.3%
Data Input 4.65%
PowerPoint 4.65%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Assistant Director Academic Affairs's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Empathy: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Management Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
 $165,552
12%
Empathy
 $165,552
12%
Management Skills
 $164,074
11%
Hard Working
 $161,117
9%
Curriculum Development
 $161,117
9%
Team Operations
 $155,205
5%
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Assistant Director Academic Affairs Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Director Academic Affairs roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 0% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 0% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Director Academic Affairs positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Director Academic Affairs as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

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How Education impacts an Assistant Director Academic Affairs's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Director Academic Affairs enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Director Academic Affairs with a Bachelor's Degree is between $145,696 and $161,517).

Assistant Director Academic Affairs Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Director Academic Affairs
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.0%
High School 28.0%
Associates 56.0%
Bachelors 16.0%
Masters 28.0%
Doctorate 56.0%
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Assistant Director Academic Affairs Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Director Academic Affairs'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.

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$129,976
Average $147,814/year
$172,706
$10,831
Average $12,318/month
$14,392
$2,500
Average $2,843/week
$3,321
$62
Average $71/hour
$83
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $172,706 $14,392 $3,321 $83
Average $147,814 $12,318 $2,843 $71
25th Percentile $129,976 $10,831 $2,500 $62

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Salary Trends for Assistant Director Academic Affairs

Salaries for an Assistant Director Academic Affairs can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $124,435 in 2023 to around $122,849 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Director Academic Affairs salary trends, .

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