 Ideally, when you pay more, you are getting more. It's also important, though, to keep in mind that districts might not be hiring solely for academic improvement, right? They may be looking for skills in navigating hot-button issues or executive and budgetary finesse. Superintendent salaries in our region range from $345,000 in Prince George's County to $380,000 in Fairfax County. Kate Ryan, WTOP News.