As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Area Director in Houston, TX is $236,121, equivalent to $114 per hour, $4,541 weekly, or $19,677 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 Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $199,633 to $273,093. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($217,022) and 75th percentile ($255,473), while top earners (90th percentile) make $273,093 per year. This $38,451 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, Houston Area Director often earn 2.3% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 356 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 $199,633 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Area Director Salary $217,022 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Area Director Salary $236,121 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Area Director Salary $255,473 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Area Director Salary $273,093 Houston, TX January 01, 2026
25% $217,022 10% $199,633 90% $273,093 75% $255,473 $236,121 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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