Parks and Recreation Director Salary in the United States

Parks and Recreation Director Salary

How much does a Parks and Recreation Director make in the United States? The average Parks and Recreation Director salary in the United States is $73,760 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $58,423 and $90,489. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Parks and Recreation Director Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Parks and Recreation Director Salary $44,459 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Parks and Recreation Director Salary $58,423 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Parks and Recreation Director Salary $73,760 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Parks and Recreation Director Salary $90,489 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Parks and Recreation Director Salary $105,720 US March 26, 2024
25% $58,423 10% $44,459 90% $105,720 75% $90,489 $73,760 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Parks and Recreation Director in the United States. The base salary for Parks and Recreation Director ranges from $58,423 to $90,489 with the average base salary of $73,760. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,423 to $90,489 with the average total cash compensation of $73,760.

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