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How much does a Principal make? The average Principal salary is $119,282 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $105,621 and $134,265. 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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Principal 24/25
EDKEY, INC. - Cottonwood , AZ
The principal maintains a positive school climate. * Establishes the confidence and respect of students, teachers and support staff, parents and central office personnel. * Participates in individual ...
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Principal Software Engineer
Vital Tech Solutions - Southfield , MI
Principal Software Engineer Location: Remote Candidates for the Principal Software Engineer should have 10-15 years of experience in Technical Applications including Java and Webservices Development ...
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Director, Principal Gifts
The New York Climate Exchange - New York , NY
The New York Climate Exchange ("The Exchange") seeks to recruit a Director, Principal Gifts to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors capable of seven and eight-figure philanthropic gifts. Applicants ...
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Vice Principal of Academics & Faculty - Middle School
Chaminade College Preparatory - Los Angeles , CA
The Vice Principal of Academics & Faculty of serves a wide variety of functions for multiple people. The role is integral to the smooth and successful operation of the school. Given their role in ...
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Middle School Vice Principal
Action Day Schools - San Jose , CA
Middle School Vice Principal Compensation: $75,000- 85,000/yr. depending on individual experience, education and position requirements. The role of Vice Principal will report to our Middle School ...
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Principal Software Engineer
Janus: Shape the Future of Healthcare - Chicago , IL
Our Principal Engineers take the lead in building and maintaining the complex systems that drive scalability and deliver exceptional value to our customers. This role will have the authority to work ...
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Principal Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Principal 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 Principal in each city.

Principal Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $149,102
Washington, DC $132,761
Miami, FL $115,107
Chicago, IL $125,127
Boston, MA $133,715
New York, NY $139,321
Dallas, TX $117,731
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Average Salary Range for Principal

Average Base Salary

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105621
134265
119282

Average Total Cash Compensation

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105621
134265
119282
What is the average salary for Principal in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal in the United States. The base salary for Principal ranges from $105,621 to $134,265 with the average base salary of $119,282. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $105,621 to $134,265 with the average total cash compensation of $119,282.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $119,282 $105,621 - $134,265
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $119,282 $105,621 - $134,265
* 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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Comments about Principal

What's the difference between Principal AI Engineer and Principal?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Principal is $119,282, and the average salary of Principal AI Engineer is $152,414. The average salary of Principal AI Engineer is higher than Principal. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Principal, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Principal. a Principal Salary in Oxnard, CA is $127,870 as of March 26, 2024; a Principal Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $110,216 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

Principal Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Principal 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 )
What are the Pay Factors for Principal?
Salary ranges for a Principal 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