What are the main factors that influence a Configuration Management (CM) Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Configuration Management (CM) Manager's salary?

A Configuration Management (CM) Manager's salary grows with experience: an Analyst, Specialist - Configuration (7+ years)earns $128,904, an Analyst, Lead/Master - Configuration (7-10 years)earns $152,280, a Configuration Management (CM) Supervisor (10+ years)earns $122,450, a Configuration Management (CM) Manager (10+ years)earns $147,602, a Configuration Management (CM) Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $171,267,

What are the highest paying states for a Configuration Management (CM) Manager?

Configuration Management (CM) Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Configuration Management (CM) Manager roles are District of Columbia $147,700, California $147,100, Massachusetts $145,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Configuration Management (CM) Manager roles make?

Salaries for Configuration Management (CM) Manager level roles vary by specialization: Configuration Management (CM) Senior Manager: $154,700; Configuration Analysis Senior Manager: $154,685; Configuration Support Manager: $133,320; Configuration Analysis Manager: $133,311; Configuration Management (CM) Supervisor: $110,600.

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Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Configuration Management (CM) Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Configuration Management (CM) Manager in District of Columbia is $147,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, a Configuration Management (CM) Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $172,536
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $133,600 to $160,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,763

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Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,700	$13,392	$3,090	$77
Average	$147,700	$12,308	$2,840	$71
25th Percentile	$133,600	$11,133	$2,569	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salaries

A Configuration Management (CM) Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Configuration Management (CM) Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Analyst, Specialist - Configuration (7+ years): $128,904
Analyst, Lead/Master - Configuration (7-10 years): $152,280
Configuration Management (CM) Supervisor (10+ years): $122,450
Configuration Management (CM) Manager (10+ years): $147,602
Configuration Management (CM) Senior Manager (10+ years): $171,267

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Analyst, Specialist - Configuration	7+ years	$128,904
Analyst, Lead/Master - Configuration	7-10 years	$152,280
Configuration Management (CM) Supervisor	10+ years	$122,450
Configuration Management (CM) Manager	10+ years	$147,602
Configuration Management (CM) Senior Manager	10+ years	$171,267

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How Do Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Configuration Management (CM) Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $147,700.
California: $147,100.
Massachusetts: $145,100.

District of Columbia $147,700 California $147,100 Massachusetts $145,100 Washington $144,600 New Jersey $144,500 Alaska $144,400 Connecticut $142,500 New York $141,800

Hawaii $139,400 Rhode Island $138,300 Maryland $137,500 Minnesota $136,500 Colorado $136,100 Illinois $135,900 Oregon $135,400 Delaware $135,100

New Hampshire $134,800 Virginia $134,300 Pennsylvania $132,800 Nevada $132,000 North Dakota $131,700 Michigan $131,300 Wisconsin $131,200 Vermont $130,900

Texas $130,100 Maine $130,000 Arizona $129,900 Ohio $129,900 Georgia $128,600 Indiana $128,000 Wyoming $127,900 Utah $127,700

Iowa $127,600 Kansas $127,000 Louisiana $126,800 North Carolina $126,700 Missouri $126,700 Florida $126,200 Montana $125,900 Nebraska $125,600

Kentucky $125,500 South Carolina $125,000 Tennessee $124,600 Idaho $124,500 New Mexico $123,500 Oklahoma $123,300 Alabama $122,500 South Dakota $121,200

Arkansas $120,500 West Virginia $120,100 Mississippi $118,900

Top Paying Cities for Configuration Management (CM) Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $146,900
Washington: $146,900
Naval Anacost Annex: $146,800

Parcel Return Service, DC $146,900 Washington, DC $146,900 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $146,800 Washington Navy Yard, DC $146,900

Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Configuration Management (CM) Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $163,032. While startup companies pay approximate $137,896.

Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$137,896
Growth Stage	51~500	$145,831
Established	501~5000	$157,444
Enterprise	5000+	$163,032

Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Configuration Management (CM) Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Configuration Management (CM) Manager positions in Software & Networking or Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Configuration Management (CM) Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Configuration Management (CM) Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale	$192,010	$92.0	30%
MFG Durable	$184,625	$89.0	25%
Business Services	$162,470	$78.0	10%

Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Configuration Management (CM) Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$133,600

Average $147,700/year

$160,700

$11,133

Average $12,308/month

$13,392

$2,569

Average $2,840/week

$3,090

$64

Average $71/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,700	$13,392	$3,090	$77
Average	$147,700	$12,308	$2,840	$71
25th Percentile	$133,600	$11,133	$2,569	$64

Configuration Management (CM) Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Configuration Management (CM) Senior Manager

For a Configuration Management (CM) Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Configuration Management (CM) Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $171,300 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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