Assistant Director, Student Affairs Salary in the United States

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Director, Student Affairs in the United States is $55,413 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,590
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,574 to $62,833
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,348
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Assistant Director, Student Affairs Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $62,833 $5,236 $1,208 $30
Average $55,413 $4,618 $1,066 $27
25th Percentile $48,574 $4,048 $934 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Director, Student Affairs Salaries

An Assistant Director, Student 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, Student 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, Student Affairs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $61,353.
  • California: $61,120.
  • Massachusetts: $60,306.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Director, Student 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: $69,892
  • San Francisco: $69,205
  • Oakland: $67,670

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

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 13.55% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Administrative Support (Mentioned in 2.39% Job Postings): Administrative support means technical assistance, studies, surveys, or securing volunteers to assist the department in fulfilling its administrative responsibilities.
  • Security Policy (Mentioned in 1.59% Job Postings): A security policy is a document that states in writing how a company plans to protect its physical and information technology (IT) assets.
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Leadership 13.55%
Administrative Support 2.39%
Security Policy 1.59%
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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, Student Affairs's salary.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Security Policy: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Social Work: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Decision Making
 $62,062
12%
Security Policy
 $61,508
11%
Social Work
 $59,846
8%
Accountability
 $58,737
6%
Workday
 $58,737
6%
Problem Solving
 $58,737
6%
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How Education impacts an Assistant Director, Student Affairs's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Director, Student 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, Student Affairs with a Bachelor's Degree is between $53,824 and $58,083).

Assistant Director, Student Affairs Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Director, Student Affairs
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.0%
High School 10.0%
Associates 10.0%
Bachelors 35.0%
Masters 50.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Assistant Director, Student Affairs Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Director, Student 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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$48,574
Average $55,413/year
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Average $4,618/month
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Average $1,066/week
$1,208
$23
Average $27/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $62,833 $5,236 $1,208 $30
Average $55,413 $4,618 $1,066 $27
25th Percentile $48,574 $4,048 $934 $23

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Salary Trends for Assistant Director, Student Affairs

Salaries for an Assistant Director, Student Affairs can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,073 in 2023 to around $53,007 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Director, Student Affairs salary trends, .

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