Daycare Director Salary

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How much does a Daycare Director make? The average Daycare Director salary is $86,059 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $75,396 and $99,231. 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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Daycare Director
Nancy Fuller Children's University - Madera Ranchos , CA
Director of a daycare site of approximately 70-90 children ages two-twelve years old. Oversee a staff of approximately ten teachers. Supervise staff, schedule shifts, maintain safety and supervision ...
ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago
Preschool Assistant (Daycare, Child Care) - PT
Levato's Little Ones - Bloomington , IN
Work with the general direction of the Daycare Director and Team Leads (Lead positions are also available). * Assist in the development and supervision of children ages 3 mos to 5 years old. * Assist ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 9 days ago
Daycare Teacher
Primrose School of Standley Lake - Broomfield , CO
Primrose School of Standley Lake, Westminster, CO Daycare Teacher or Daycare Assistants- Hiring ... Quarterly Growth Check-Ins with School Director and Yearly Contribution Increases Awarded
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 8 days ago
Daycare Assistant Get Teacher Certification
Blossoms Montessori School - Spring , TX
Direct Deposit * Paid time off (PTO) * Health Insurance * Dental Insurance * Vision Insurance ... Previous experience as a daycare teacher or childcare provider * Strong understanding of child ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 7 days ago
lead teacher childcare center
Northfield Daycare Center - Northfield , MN
Northfield Daycare Center(NDC) is seeking to hire a qualified lead teacher. NDC is a play based ... If this sounds good to you Please direct inquiries to NorthfieldDaycare@gmail.com Or call 507-645 ...
Recruitology - 16 days ago
Part Time Daycare Teacher
Sunshine House - Loveland , CO
Previous experience working in a daycare or preschool setting * Knowledge of early childhood ... Advancement opportunities like Assistant Director, Center Director, Regional Director, Education ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 19 days ago

Daycare Director Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Daycare Director between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Daycare Director in each city.

Daycare Director Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $107,574
Washington, DC $95,784
Miami, FL $83,047
Chicago, IL $90,276
Boston, MA $96,472
New York, NY $100,517
Dallas, TX $84,940
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Average Salary Range for Daycare Director

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
75396
99231
86059

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
76270
100660
86929
What is the average salary for Daycare Director in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Daycare Director in the United States. The base salary for Daycare Director ranges from $75,396 to $99,231 with the average base salary of $86,059. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $76,270 to $100,660 with the average total cash compensation of $86,929.

View Average Salary for Daycare Director as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $86,059 $75,396 - $99,231
Bonus $869 $874 - $1,428
Total Pay $86,929 $76,270 - $100,660
* 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.

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What's the difference between Director Of Daycare and Daycare Director?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Daycare Director is $86,059, and the average salary of Director Of Daycare is $85,091. The average salary of Director Of Daycare is lower than Daycare Director. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Daycare Director, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Daycare Director. a Daycare Director Salary in Oxnard, CA is $92,255 as of March 26, 2024; a Daycare Director Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $79,519 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

Daycare Director Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Daycare Director vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Salary ranges for a Daycare Director can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024