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Day Care Director

Average Day Care Director Salary

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$40,217
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$30k
MEDIAN
$40k
90%
$54k

The average salary for a Day Care Director is $40,217 in 2025

Base Salary
$30k - $54k
Bonus
$75 - $3k
Total Pay
$26k - $52k
Based on 68 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Day Care Director

Medical
49%
Dental
43%
Vision
38%
None
49%

Gender Breakdown for Day Care Directors

Female
91.3%
Male
8.7%
This data is based on 23 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Day Care Directors

What is the highest pay for Day Care Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Day Care Director is $54k / year

What is the lowest pay for Day Care Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Day Care Director is $30k / year

How can Day Care Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Day Care Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Day Care Director that oversees more junior Day Care Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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