Director of Practice Operations Salary in the United States

How much does a Director of Practice Operations make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director of Practice Operations in the United States is $144,601 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,973
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,814 to $160,499
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,799
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Director of Practice Operations Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $160,499 $13,375 $3,087 $77
Average $144,601 $12,050 $2,781 $70
25th Percentile $124,814 $10,401 $2,400 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Director of Practice Operations Salaries

A Director of Practice Operations'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 Practice Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director of Practice Operations'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): $135,801
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $136,717
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,853
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $141,295
  • Expert (over 8 years): $145,068
Levels Salary
Entry Level Director of Practice Operations$135,801
Intermediate Level Director of Practice Operations$136,717
Senior Level Director of Practice Operations$138,853
Specialist Level Director of Practice Operations$141,295
Expert Level Director of Practice Operations$145,068
$135,801 0 yr
$136,717 < 2 yrs
$138,853 2-4 yrs
$141,295 5-8 yrs
$145,068 > 8 yrs
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How Do Director of Practice Operations 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 Practice Operations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $160,102.
  • California: $159,495.
  • Massachusetts: $157,369.

Top Paying Cities for Director of Practice Operations

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: $182,385
  • San Francisco: $180,592
  • Oakland: $176,587

What Skills Can Increase a Director of Practice Operations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 13.75% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Patient Satisfaction (Mentioned in 2.25% Job Postings): Patient satisfaction is a measure of the extent to which a patient is content with the health care which they received from their health care provider.
  • Front Office (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): The front office represents the customer-facing division of a firm. For example, customer service, sales, and industry experts who provide advisory services are considered part of a firm's front office operations.
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Leadership 13.75%
Patient Satisfaction 2.25%
Front Office 1.78%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 Practice Operations's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Budgeting: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
 $148,939
3%
Budgeting
 $147,493
2%
Decision Making
 $147,493
2%
Process Improvement
 $147,493
2%
Patient Satisfaction
 $147,493
2%
Problem Solving
 $146,047
1%
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How Education impacts a Director of Practice Operations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director of Practice Operations enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Practice Operations with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $133,161 and $144,407).

Director of Practice Operations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director of Practice Operations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 22.1%
Associates 15.4%
Bachelors 34.6%
Masters 26.2%
Doctorate 1.3%
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Director of Practice Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director of Practice Operations'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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$124,814
Average $144,601/year
$160,499
$10,401
Average $12,050/month
$13,375
$2,400
Average $2,781/week
$3,087
$60
Average $70/hour
$77
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $160,499 $13,375 $3,087 $77
Average $144,601 $12,050 $2,781 $70
25th Percentile $124,814 $10,401 $2,400 $60

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Salary Trends for Director of Practice Operations

Salaries for a Director of Practice Operations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $133,775 in 2023 to around $135,312 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director of Practice Operations salary trends, .

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