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Early Head Start Director

Average Early Head Start Director Salary

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$46,419
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$32k
MEDIAN
$46k
90%
$67k

The average salary for an Early Head Start Director is $46,419 in 2025

Base Salary
$32k - $67k
Bonus
$290 - $6k
Profit Sharing
$3k - $9k
Total Pay
$27k - $62k
Based on 1,688 salary profiles (last updated Oct 02 2024)
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3.9 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Early Head Start Director

Medical
49%
Dental
37%
Vision
34%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Early Head Start Directors

Female
96.3%
Male
2.1%
Prefer to self-define
1.2%
This data is based on 427 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Early Head Start Directors

What is the highest pay for Early Head Start Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Early Head Start Director is $67k / year

What is the lowest pay for Early Head Start Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Early Head Start Director is $32k / year

How can Early Head Start Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Early Head Start 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 an Early Head Start Director that oversees more junior Early Head Start Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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