As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Area Director in Nashville, TN is $224,554, equivalent to $108 per hour, $4,318 weekly, or $18,713 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 Nashville, TN vary widely, spanning from $189,853 to $259,714. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($206,390) and 75th percentile ($242,958), while top earners (90th percentile) make $259,714 per year. This $36,568 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, Nashville Area Director often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Nashville currently ranks 562 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 $189,853 Nashville, TN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Area Director Salary $206,390 Nashville, TN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Area Director Salary $224,554 Nashville, TN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Area Director Salary $242,958 Nashville, TN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Area Director Salary $259,714 Nashville, TN January 01, 2026
25% $206,390 10% $189,853 90% $259,714 75% $242,958 $224,554 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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