Area Director of Operations Salary in Houston, Texas

How much does an Area Director of Operations make in Houston, TX?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Area Director of Operations in Houston, TX is $194,486. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $175,864 to a high of $214,687, with most professionals earning between $184,738 and $205,060.

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What does an Area Director of Operations do?

Common responsibilities of an Area Director of Operations

Builds and develops a talented management team that is aligned with resort goals and culture and can deliver to established operational standards.

November 30, 2022

Monitor and control expenses within the constraints of the annual budget including monitoring monthly financial statements and reviewing variances with appropriate Property Accountant and Site Manager.

January 09, 2023

Meet with Property staff regularly to provide support in serving the special initiatives of the community, while also monitoring that the program is on track fiscally, in compliance with all contract obligations, and that the facility is kept in good repair.

February 27, 2023

Actively support and articulate the MBK Pursuit, Purpose, Principles and Core Values throughout all your contacts with team members, residents, families, vendors or any person or group affiliated with MBK.

February 28, 2023

Prepare new leases and landlord documents for applicants, complete move in process including lease signing and move in inspection/orientation process.

March 01, 2023

Promotes organization in industry, manufacturing or trade communications and cultivates a well developed relationship with community leaders, organization and members to ensure a healthy community connection, and maximize market penetration.

March 30, 2023

Provide leadership to staff in the areas of property management and compliance as well as in the area of supporting and promoting the mission of the agency and advocacy in the community.

April 05, 2023

Reviewing with facility administration all financial requests that are beyond the limits of the facility budget and making recommendations regarding approval or disapproval to the Executive Committee.

April 10, 2023

Demonstrate attitude, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations, as well as a commitment to working with the farmworker community.

May 12, 2023

Collaborates with other administrative staff in strategic planning activities with the goal of ensuring ongoing effectiveness of the company.

May 17, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Area Director of Operations in Houston, TX

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

184738

205060

194486

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

222657

252115

238142

What is the average salary for Area Director of Operations in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Area Director of Operations in Houston, TX. The base salary for Area Director of Operations ranges from $184,738 to $205,060 with the average base salary of $194,486. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $222,657 to $252,115 with the average total cash compensation of $238,142.

View Average Salary for Area Director of Operations as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$194,486	$184,738 - $205,060
Bonus	$43,656	$37,919 - $47,055
Total Pay	$238,142	$222,657 - $252,115

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Area Director of Operations Salary Near Houston, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Pasadena, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $186,720 - $207,260	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $187,575 - $208,209	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $178,642 - $198,293	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $175,013 - $194,265	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $166,905 - $185,266	COMPARE TO Houston, TX
CITY, STATE Austin, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $181,147 - $201,073	COMPARE TO Houston, TX

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About Houston, Texas

Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city has a total area of 627 square miles (1,620 km2); this comprises 599.59 square miles (1,552.9 km2) of land and 22.3 square miles (58 km2) covered by water. The Piney Woods are north of Houston. Most of Houston is located on the gulf coastal plain, and its vegetation is classified as temperate grassland and forest. Much of the city was built on forested land, marshes, swamp, or prairie and are all still visible in surrounding areas.[citation need...

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