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Education Administrator Salary in Durham, North Carolina

The median education administrator salary in Durham, NC is $97,090 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 3.3% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$97,090
vs State Avg
+$3,066
vs National
$-5,110
Cost of Living
95%

Education Administrator Salary in Durham by Experience

In Durham, an entry-level education administrator earns around $61,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $147,250 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,750
$-3,250 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,800
$-5,200 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$147,250
$-7,750 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Durham, NC

Percentile Durham
10th Percentile $58,900
25th Percentile $74,100
Median (50th) $97,090
75th Percentile $125,400
90th Percentile $153,900

Education Administrator Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Education Administrator in Durham

Education

Most education administrator positions require a master's degree. Durham and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Educational LeadershipBudget ManagementPolicy DevelopmentStaff EvaluationAccreditationCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, education administrator employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Durham may vary based on local industry and population growth.