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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Client Relations Director in New Jersey is $212,131 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $102.
However, a Client Relations Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Client Relations Director Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $224,463 | $18,705 | $4,317 | $108 |
| Average | $212,131 | $17,678 | $4,079 | $102 |
| 25th Percentile | $197,526 | $16,460 | $3,799 | $95 |
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A Client Relations 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 Client Relations 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 |
|---|---|
| Implement... Level Client Relations Director | $125,186 |
| Implement... Level Client Relations Director | $147,984 |
| Implement... Level Client Relations Director | $189,804 |
| Client Re... Level Client Relations Director | $213,145 |
| VP of Imp... Level Client Relations Director | $249,909 |
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 Client Relations 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 Client Relations Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Client Relations Director positions in Telecom or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Client Relations Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internet | $265,164 | $127.0 | 25% |
| Financial Services | $254,557 | $122.0 | 20% |
| Biotechnology | $243,951 | $117.0 | 15% |
| Energy & Utilities | $233,344 | $112.0 | 10% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $233,344 | $112.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Client Relations 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 | $224,463 | $18,705 | $4,317 | $108 |
| Average | $212,131 | $17,678 | $4,079 | $102 |
| 25th Percentile | $197,526 | $16,460 | $3,799 | $95 |
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