Account director salary in United States

The average salary for an Account Director is $141,726 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 2.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 2, 2026.

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Account Director salaries typically range between a low of $85,273 and a high of $235,552 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Account Director include San Francisco, CA at $172,029 per year, Dallas, TX at $157,724 per year, and Denver, CO at $153,035 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Account Director include Medallion ($500,000 per year) and Lincoln Financial ($347,500 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Account Director salary compares to related positions:

• Junior Account Director: Average $54,266 per year
• Senior Account Director: Average $158,604 per year