What are the main factors that influence an Executive Director YMCA's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Executive Director YMCA?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Executive Director YMCA roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Executive Director YMCA's salary?

An Executive Director YMCA's salary grows with experience: an Admissions Coordinator - Nursing Home (0-2 years)earns $49,185, a Resident Care Manager (3-5 years)earns $71,477, a Executive Director YMCA (5+ years)earns $140,665, a VP of Long Term Care (5+ years)earns $295,739,

What are the highest paying states for an Executive Director YMCA?

Executive Director YMCA salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Executive Director YMCA roles are District of Columbia $154,825, California $154,238, Massachusetts $152,182. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Executive Director YMCA roles make?

Salaries for Executive Director YMCA level roles vary by specialization: Executive Director of Treasury: $260,293; Insurance Agency Executive Director: $252,819; Executive Director of Facilities: $237,790; Executive Marketing Director: $194,901; Foundation Executive Director: $192,385.

Executive Director YMCA Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Executive Director YMCA make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Executive Director YMCA in Rhode Island is $144,981 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,560
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,862 to $165,698
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,186

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Executive Director YMCA Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,698	$13,808	$3,187	$80
Average	$144,981	$12,082	$2,788	$70
25th Percentile	$128,862	$10,738	$2,478	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Executive Director YMCA Salaries

An Executive Director YMCA'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 Executive Director YMCA 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 Executive Director YMCAs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $154,825.
California: $154,238.
Massachusetts: $152,182.

District of Columbia $154,825 California $154,238 Massachusetts $152,182 Washington $151,623 New Jersey $151,567 Alaska $151,371 Connecticut $149,442 New York $148,659

Hawaii $146,156 Rhode Island $144,981 Maryland $144,184 Minnesota $143,093 Colorado $142,674 Illinois $142,534 Oregon $142,002 Delaware $141,611

New Hampshire $141,365 Virginia $140,814 Pennsylvania $139,206 Nevada $138,395 North Dakota $138,129 Michigan $137,710 Wisconsin $137,556 Vermont $137,248

Texas $136,395 Maine $136,339 Arizona $136,255 Ohio $136,157 Georgia $134,871 Indiana $134,228 Wyoming $134,102 Utah $133,906

Iowa $133,822 Kansas $133,151 Louisiana $132,955 North Carolina $132,885 Missouri $132,857 Florida $132,312 Montana $132,018 Nebraska $131,739

Kentucky $131,585 South Carolina $131,025 Tennessee $130,676 Idaho $130,536 New Mexico $129,515 Oklahoma $129,291 Alabama $128,466 South Dakota $127,082

Arkansas $126,327 West Virginia $125,921 Mississippi $124,705

Top Paying Cities for Executive Director YMCAs

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: $146,793
Albion: $145,553
Ashaway: $146,515

Adamsville, RI $146,793 Albion, RI $145,553 Ashaway, RI $146,515 Barrington, RI $145,170 Block Island, RI $145,978 Bradford, RI $146,427 Bristol, RI $145,729 Carolina, RI $146,185

Charlestown, RI $146,238 Chepachet, RI $145,947 Clayville, RI $145,540 Coventry, RI $145,547 West Greenwich, RI $145,949 East Greenwich, RI $145,449 Exeter, RI $145,908 Fiskeville, RI $145,167

Forestdale, RI $146,286 Foster, RI $145,870 Glendale, RI $146,297 Greene, RI $146,062 Greenville, RI $145,223 Harmony, RI $145,410 Harrisville, RI $146,234 Hope, RI $145,258

Hope Valley, RI $146,386 Hopkinton, RI $146,579 Jamestown, RI $146,090 Kenyon, RI $146,167 Little Compton, RI $146,771 Manville, RI $145,744 Mapleville, RI $145,975 Newport, RI $146,237

Middletown, RI $146,301 North Kingstown, RI $145,700 North Scituate, RI $145,412 Oakland, RI $146,133 Pascoag, RI $146,330 Pawtucket, RI $144,953 Central Falls, RI $145,017 Cumberland, RI $145,841

Lincoln, RI $145,163 Portsmouth, RI $146,221 Prudence Island, RI $145,921 Rockville, RI $146,557 Saunderstown, RI $146,002 Shannock, RI $146,175 Slatersville, RI $146,287 Slocum, RI $145,998

Tiverton, RI $146,666 Wakefield, RI $146,126 Kingston, RI $146,070 Narragansett, RI $146,167 Peace Dale, RI $146,108 Warren, RI $145,544 Warwick, RI $145,139 Westerly, RI $146,550

West Kingston, RI $146,116 West Warwick, RI $145,317 Wood River Junction, RI $146,325 Woonsocket, RI $146,294 North Smithfield, RI $145,961 Wyoming, RI $146,175 Providence, RI $144,911 Cranston, RI $144,931

North Providence, RI $144,947 East Providence, RI $144,921 Riverside, RI $144,967 Rumford, RI $144,946 Smithfield, RI $145,240 Johnston, RI $144,996

Executive Director YMCA Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Executive Director YMCA roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Executive Director YMCA positions in Edu., Gov't & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Executive Director YMCA as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Executive Director YMCA

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$159,479	$77.0	10%

Executive Director YMCA Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Executive Director YMCA'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 July 01, 2026

$128,862

Average $144,981/year

$165,698

$10,738

Average $12,082/month

$13,808

$2,478

Average $2,788/week

$3,187

$62

Average $70/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,698	$13,808	$3,187	$80
Average	$144,981	$12,082	$2,788	$70
25th Percentile	$128,862	$10,738	$2,478	$62

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