As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Area Director in Chattanooga, TN is $214,572, equivalent to $103 per hour, $4,126 weekly, or $17,881 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Area Director in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Area Director in Chattanooga, TN vary widely, spanning from $181,414 to $248,169. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($197,216) and 75th percentile ($232,158), while top earners (90th percentile) make $248,169 per year. This $34,942 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Facility Operations, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chattanooga Area Director often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Chattanooga currently ranks 714 statewide for Area Director job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Area Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Area Director Salary $181,414 Chattanooga, TN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Area Director Salary $197,216 Chattanooga, TN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Area Director Salary $214,572 Chattanooga, TN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Area Director Salary $232,158 Chattanooga, TN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Area Director Salary $248,169 Chattanooga, TN January 01, 2026
25% $197,216 10% $181,414 90% $248,169 75% $232,158 $214,572 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Chattanooga, Tennessee    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 144.6 square miles (374.4 km2), of which 137.1 square miles (355.2 km2) are....More

Chattanooga, Tennessee  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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