What are the main factors that influence an Associate Executive Director'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 Associate Executive Director?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Executive Director roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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

An Associate Executive Director's salary grows with experience: starting around $109,681 for beginners, reaching about $113,437 at mid-level, and approach $119,913 for experts.

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

Associate Executive Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Executive Director roles are District of Columbia $126,233, California $125,754, Massachusetts $124,078. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Associate Executive Director level roles vary by specialization: Insurance Agency Executive Director: $252,819; Executive Marketing Director: $194,901; Executive Director: $146,172; Non-Profit Program Associate Director: $122,119; Associate Assistant Executive: $88,240.

Associate Executive Director Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Executive Director make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Executive Director in Delaware is $115,459 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,832
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,658 to $127,170
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,719

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Associate Executive Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,170	$10,597	$2,446	$61
Average	$115,459	$9,622	$2,220	$56
25th Percentile	$94,658	$7,888	$1,820	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Executive Director Salaries

An Associate Executive 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.

How Experience Level Affects Associate Executive Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Executive 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $109,681
Early Career (1-2 years): $110,548
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,437
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $116,904
Expert (over 8 years): $119,913

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Associate Executive Director	$109,681
Intermediate Level Associate Executive Director	$110,548
Senior Level Associate Executive Director	$113,437
Specialist Level Associate Executive Director	$116,904
Expert Level Associate Executive Director	$119,913

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How Do Associate Executive Director 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 Associate Executive Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $126,233.
California: $125,754.
Massachusetts: $124,078.

District of Columbia $126,233 California $125,754 Massachusetts $124,078 Washington $123,622 New Jersey $123,577 Alaska $123,417 Connecticut $121,844 New York $121,205

Hawaii $119,164 Rhode Island $118,207 Maryland $117,557 Minnesota $116,667 Colorado $116,325 Illinois $116,211 Oregon $115,778 Delaware $115,459

New Hampshire $115,258 Virginia $114,809 Pennsylvania $113,498 Nevada $112,837 North Dakota $112,620 Michigan $112,278 Wisconsin $112,153 Vermont $111,902

Texas $111,206 Maine $111,161 Arizona $111,092 Ohio $111,013 Georgia $109,964 Indiana $109,439 Wyoming $109,337 Utah $109,177

Iowa $109,109 Kansas $108,561 Louisiana $108,402 North Carolina $108,345 Missouri $108,322 Florida $107,877 Montana $107,638 Nebraska $107,410

Kentucky $107,284 South Carolina $106,828 Tennessee $106,543 Idaho $106,429 New Mexico $105,597 Oklahoma $105,415 Alabama $104,742 South Dakota $103,613

Arkansas $102,998 West Virginia $102,667 Mississippi $101,675

Top Paying Cities for Associate Executive Directors

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:

Lincoln: $114,939
Little Creek: $115,780
Magnolia: $115,614

Lincoln, DE $114,939 Little Creek, DE $115,780 Magnolia, DE $115,614 Milford, DE $115,231 Marydel, DE $115,420 Millsboro, DE $114,457 Millville, DE $114,634 Milton, DE $114,832

Nassau, DE $114,915 Ocean View, DE $114,614 Rehoboth Beach, DE $114,834 Seaford, DE $114,899 Selbyville, DE $114,424 Smyrna, DE $115,860 Viola, DE $115,327 Woodside, DE $115,637

Bear, DE $115,370 Newark, DE $115,327 Claymont, DE $115,563 Delaware City, DE $115,442 Hockessin, DE $115,316 Kirkwood, DE $115,420 Middletown, DE $115,465 Montchanin, DE $115,343

New Castle, DE $115,360 Odessa, DE $115,522 Port Penn, DE $115,599 Rockland, DE $115,354 Saint Georges, DE $115,428 Townsend, DE $115,606 Winterthur, DE $115,368 Lewes, DE $114,876

Wilmington, DE $115,322 Dover, DE $115,780 Dover Afb, DE $115,170 Bethany Beach, DE $114,493 Bethel, DE $114,612 Bridgeville, DE $114,882 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,454 Cheswold, DE $115,743

Clayton, DE $115,746 Dagsboro, DE $114,413 Delmar, DE $114,230 Ellendale, DE $114,576 Felton, DE $115,222 Fenwick Island, DE $114,439 Frankford, DE $114,239 Frederica, DE $115,336

Georgetown, DE $114,370 Greenwood, DE $114,900 Harbeson, DE $114,492 Harrington, DE $115,076 Hartly, DE $115,434 Houston, DE $114,912 Kenton, DE $115,752 Laurel, DE $114,302

Yorklyn, DE $115,351

Associate Executive Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Executive Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Associate Executive Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Associate Executive Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Associate Executive Director

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$138,551	$67.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Associate Executive 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 July 01, 2026

$94,658

Average $115,459/year

$127,170

$7,888

Average $9,622/month

$10,597

$1,820

Average $2,220/week

$2,446

$46

Average $56/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$127,170	$10,597	$2,446	$61
Average	$115,459	$9,622	$2,220	$56
25th Percentile	$94,658	$7,888	$1,820	$46

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