Startup Executive Director Salary

Startups pay Executive Directors a median salary of $220,414 per year. Based on 542 Executive Director job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $107,652 and $323,684, with an average of $218,493.

95th Percentile
$323,684
Average
$218,493
Range
$107,652 - $323,684
Sample Size
542
Last updated July 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Executive Director Compensation Trends

Track how Executive Director compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Executive Director positions in the startup ecosystem.

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Executive Director Salaries by Country

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $326,303

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