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Director External Relations

Average Director External Relations Salary

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$82,815
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$54k
MEDIAN
$83k
90%
$140k

The average salary for a Director External Relations is $82,815 in 2025

Base Salary
$54k - $140k
Bonus
$994 - $27k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $30k
Commission
$8k - $28k
Total Pay
$52k - $145k
Based on 1,785 salary profiles (last updated Jan 04 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Director External Relations

Medical
87%
Dental
77%
Vision
68%
None
12%

Gender Breakdown for Director External Relations

Female
68.9%
Male
29.8%
Prefer to self-define
1.3%
This data is based on 833 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Director External Relations

What is the highest pay for Director External Relations?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Director External Relations is $140k / year

What is the lowest pay for Director External Relations?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Director External Relations is $54k / year

How can Director External Relations increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Director External Relations 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 External Relations that oversees more junior Director External Relations, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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