As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Area Director in Memphis, TN is $221,574, equivalent to $107 per hour, $4,261 weekly, or $18,465 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 Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $187,333 to $256,267. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($203,651) and 75th percentile ($239,734), while top earners (90th percentile) make $256,267 per year. This $36,083 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, Memphis Area Director often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 618 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 $187,333 Memphis, TN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Area Director Salary $203,651 Memphis, TN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Area Director Salary $221,574 Memphis, TN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Area Director Salary $239,734 Memphis, TN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Area Director Salary $256,267 Memphis, TN January 01, 2026
25% $203,651 10% $187,333 90% $256,267 75% $239,734 $221,574 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Memphis, Tennessee    Memphis is a city located along the Mississippi River in southwestern Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. The 2017 city population was 652,236, m....More

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