Director of Continuing Education Salary in the United States

How much does a Director of Continuing Education make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director of Continuing Education in the United States is $92,326 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, a Director of Continuing Education's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,540
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,541 to $105,524
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,080
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Director of Continuing Education Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $105,524 $8,794 $2,029 $51
Average $92,326 $7,694 $1,775 $44
25th Percentile $77,541 $6,462 $1,491 $37
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Key Factors That Influence Director of Continuing Education Salaries

A Director of Continuing Education's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Director of Continuing Education Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director of Continuing Education's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $82,070
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $83,429
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,506
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,655
  • Expert (over 8 years): $97,178
Levels Salary
Entry Level Director of Continuing Education$82,070
Intermediate Level Director of Continuing Education$83,429
Senior Level Director of Continuing Education$87,506
Specialist Level Director of Continuing Education$94,655
Expert Level Director of Continuing Education$97,178
$82,070 0 yr
$83,429 < 2 yrs
$87,506 2-4 yrs
$94,655 5-8 yrs
$97,178 > 8 yrs
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How Do Director of Continuing Education Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Director of Continuing Educations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $102,223.
  • California: $101,835.
  • Massachusetts: $100,478.

Top Paying Cities for Director of Continuing Educations

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $116,451
  • San Francisco: $115,306
  • Oakland: $112,748

What Skills Can Increase a Director of Continuing Education's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 10.64% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Fiscal Management (Mentioned in 2.13% Job Postings): Fiscal management is the process of keeping an organization running efficiently within its allotted budget.
  • Database Software (Mentioned in 1.06% Job Postings): Database software is used to create, edit, and maintain database files and records, enabling easier file and record creation, data entry, data editing, updating, and reporting. The software also handles data storage, backup and reporting, multi-access control, and security.
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Planning 10.64%
Fiscal Management 2.13%
Database Software 1.06%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Director of Continuing Education's salary.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Database Administration: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Motivating: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Partnering
 $109,868
19%
Database Administration
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19%
Motivating
 $107,098
16%
Benchmarking
 $106,175
15%
Market Research
 $101,558
10%
Legal Compliance
 $101,558
10%
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How Education impacts a Director of Continuing Education's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director of Continuing Educations enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Director of Continuing Education with a Bachelor's Degree is between $92,761 and $104,272).

Director of Continuing Education Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director of Continuing Education
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 25.0%
High School 63.5%
Associates 11.5%
Bachelors 25.0%
Masters 63.5%
Doctorate 11.5%
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Director of Continuing Education Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director of Continuing Education's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$77,541
Average $92,326/year
$105,524
$6,462
Average $7,694/month
$8,794
$1,491
Average $1,775/week
$2,029
$37
Average $44/hour
$51
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $105,524 $8,794 $2,029 $51
Average $92,326 $7,694 $1,775 $44
25th Percentile $77,541 $6,462 $1,491 $37

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Salary Trends for Director of Continuing Education

Salaries for a Director of Continuing Education can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $75,394 in 2023 to around $74,993 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director of Continuing Education salary trends, .

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