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Director of Institutional Research

Average Director of Institutional Research Salary

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$77,191
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
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$52k
MEDIAN
$77k
90%
$113k

The average salary for a Director of Institutional Research is $77,191 in 2025

Base Salary
$52k - $113k
Total Pay
$52k - $113k
Based on 38 salary profiles (last updated Jan 07 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a Director of Institutional Research

Medical
100%
Dental
93%
Vision
69%

Gender Breakdown for Director of Institutional Researches

Male
57.9%
Female
42.1%
This data is based on 19 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Director of Institutional Researches

What is the highest pay for Director of Institutional Researches?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Director of Institutional Research is $113k / year

What is the lowest pay for Director of Institutional Researches?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Director of Institutional Research is $52k / year

How can Director of Institutional Researches increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Director of Institutional Research 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 Director of Institutional Research that oversees more junior Director of Institutional Researches, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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