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Executive Director

Average Executive Director Salary at The Arc

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$63,250
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$50k
MEDIAN
$63k
75%
$80k

The average salary for an Executive Director is $63,250 in 2025

Base Salary
$50k - $80k
Total Pay
$28k - $91k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Dec 07 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Executive Director

Medical
56%
Dental
44%
Vision
22%
None
44%

Gender Breakdown for Executive Directors

Male
62.5%
Female
37.5%
This data is based on 8 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Executive Directors

What is the highest pay for Executive Directors?

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How can Executive Directors increase their salary?

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

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