What are the main factors that influence an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager's salary?

An Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager's salary grows with experience: an Information Systems (IS) Supervisor II (3-5 years)earns $140,879, an Information Systems (IS) Manager (5+ years)earns $150,340, an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $183,482, a Information Systems (IS) Director (5+ years)earns $226,894, a VP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years)earns $278,863,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager?

Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager roles are District of Columbia $183,500, California $182,800, Massachusetts $180,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager roles make?

Salaries for Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Information Systems (IS): $318,300; Information Systems (IS) Director: $205,000; Information Systems Security Senior Manager: $185,558; Information Systems Auditing Senior Manager: $175,740; Clinical Information Systems Senior Manager: $155,900.

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Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager in District of Columbia is $183,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

However, an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $200,503
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $173,500 to $192,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $164,396

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Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$192,400	$16,033	$3,700	$93
Average	$183,500	$15,292	$3,529	$88
25th Percentile	$173,500	$14,458	$3,337	$83

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Key Factors That Influence Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salaries

An Information Systems (IS) Senior 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 Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Systems (IS) Senior 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:

Information Systems (IS) Supervisor II (3-5 years): $140,879
Information Systems (IS) Manager (5+ years): $150,340
Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager (5+ years): $183,482
Information Systems (IS) Director (5+ years): $226,894
VP of Information Systems (IS) (5+ years): $278,863

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Information Systems (IS) Supervisor II	3-5 years	$140,879
Information Systems (IS) Manager	5+ years	$150,340
Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager	5+ years	$183,482
Information Systems (IS) Director	5+ years	$226,894
VP of Information Systems (IS)	5+ years	$278,863

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How Do Information Systems (IS) Senior 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 Information Systems (IS) Senior Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $183,500.
California: $182,800.
Massachusetts: $180,400.

District of Columbia $183,500 California $182,800 Massachusetts $180,400 Washington $179,700 New Jersey $179,700 Alaska $179,400 Connecticut $177,200 New York $176,200

Hawaii $173,300 Rhode Island $171,900 Maryland $170,900 Minnesota $169,600 Colorado $169,100 Illinois $169,000 Oregon $168,300 Delaware $167,900

New Hampshire $167,600 Virginia $166,900 Pennsylvania $165,000 Nevada $164,100 North Dakota $163,700 Michigan $163,200 Wisconsin $163,100 Vermont $162,700

Texas $161,700 Maine $161,600 Arizona $161,500 Ohio $161,400 Georgia $159,900 Indiana $159,100 Wyoming $159,000 Utah $158,700

Iowa $158,600 Kansas $157,800 Louisiana $157,600 North Carolina $157,500 Missouri $157,500 Florida $156,900 Montana $156,500 Nebraska $156,200

Kentucky $156,000 South Carolina $155,300 Tennessee $154,900 Idaho $154,700 New Mexico $153,500 Oklahoma $153,300 Alabama $152,300 South Dakota $150,700

Arkansas $149,800 West Virginia $149,300 Mississippi $147,800

Top Paying Cities for Information Systems (IS) Senior 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: $182,500
Washington: $182,500
Naval Anacost Annex: $182,500

Parcel Return Service, DC $182,500 Washington, DC $182,500 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $182,500 Washington Navy Yard, DC $182,500

Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $205,418. While startup companies pay approximate $173,779.

Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$173,779
Growth Stage	51~500	$183,791
Established	501~5000	$198,367
Enterprise	5000+	$205,418

Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$220,200	$106.0	20%
Biotechnology	$211,025	$101.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$211,025	$101.0	15%
Financial Services	$201,850	$97.0	10%
Internet	$201,850	$97.0	10%

Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Systems (IS) Senior 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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$173,500

Average $183,500/year

$192,400

$14,458

Average $15,292/month

$16,033

$3,337

Average $3,529/week

$3,700

$83

Average $88/hour

$93

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$192,400	$16,033	$3,700	$93
Average	$183,500	$15,292	$3,529	$88
25th Percentile	$173,500	$14,458	$3,337	$83

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For an Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Information Systems (IS) Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $226,900 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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