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Athletic director salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an Athletic Director make in the United States?

Average base salary

$75,338
Average $75,338
Low $43,327
High $130,999

The average salary for a athletic director is $75,338 per year in the United States. 755 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 8, 2026).

Athletic Director job openings in United States

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Athletic Association Executive...
Anoka-Ramsey Community College4.1out of 5 stars.
Ramsey, MN
$90,000 - $110,000 a year
Full-time
2 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Athletic Director in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Virginia Tech
 
$500,000per year
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St. John's University
 
$475,000per year
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Wake County Schools
 
$360,800per year
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West Allis-West Milwaukee Scho...
 
$312,000per year
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California Institute of Techno...
 
$215,250per year
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Lake Forest School District
 
$187,500per year
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Highest paying cities for Athletic Directors near United States

  1. New York, NY
    $110,077 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $100,583 per year
  3. San Diego, CA
    $94,273 per year
  4. Boulder, CO
    $92,638 per year
  5. Boise, ID
    $74,940 per year

Where can an Athletic Director earn more?

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