How much does an Art Museum Director make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Art Museum Director in the United States is $63,844. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,910 to $79,983, with most professionals earning between $42,955 and $94,677.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Art Museum Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Art Museum Director Salary $42,955 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Art Museum Director Salary $52,910 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Art Museum Director Salary $63,844 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Art Museum Director Salary $79,983 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Art Museum Director Salary $94,677 US April 01, 2025
25% $52,910 10% $42,955 90% $94,677 75% $79,983 $63,844 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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