As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assisted Living Director in the US is $299,813, equivalent to $144 per hour, $5,766 weekly, or $24,984 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Assisted Living Director in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Assisted Living Director in the US vary widely, spanning from $250,373 to $409,280. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($273,934) and 75th percentile ($357,112), while top earners (90th percentile) make $409,280 per year. This $83,178 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Geriatrics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Assisted Living Director often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 70 companies and industry startups. 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
Assisted Living Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assisted Living Director Salary $250,373 US July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assisted Living Director Salary $273,934 US July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assisted Living Director Salary $299,813 US July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assisted Living Director Salary $357,112 US July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assisted Living Director Salary $409,280 US July 01, 2026
25% $273,934 10% $250,373 90% $409,280 75% $357,112 $299,813 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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