What are the main factors that influence a Packaging R&D Engineering 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 Packaging R&D Engineering Manager's salary?

A Packaging R&D Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Packaging Development Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $116,362, a Packaging Development Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $143,399, an Lead Packaging Engineer (7-10 years)earns $179,875, a Packaging R&D Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $153,510, a Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $195,474,

What are the highest paying states for a Packaging R&D Engineering Manager?

Packaging R&D Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Packaging R&D Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $153,600, California $153,000, Massachusetts $150,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Packaging R&D Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Packaging R&D Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Packaging R&D Engineering Senior Manager: $176,550; Packaging Engineering Senior Manager: $176,548; Hardware R&D Engineering Manager: $163,490; Packaging R&D Engineer V: $162,473; Packaging Development Engineering Manager: $138,650.

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Packaging R&D Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Packaging R&D Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Packaging R&D Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $153,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

However, a Packaging R&D Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $183,594
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $143,800 to $169,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,878

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Packaging R&D Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$169,300	$14,108	$3,256	$81
Average	$153,600	$12,800	$2,954	$74
25th Percentile	$143,800	$11,983	$2,765	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Packaging R&D Engineering Manager Salaries

A Packaging R&D Engineering 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 Packaging R&D Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Packaging R&D Engineering 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:

Packaging Development Engineer III (4-7 years): $116,362
Packaging Development Engineer IV (7+ years): $143,399
Lead Packaging Engineer (7-10 years): $179,875
Packaging R&D Engineering Manager (10+ years): $153,510
Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $195,474

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Packaging Development Engineer III	4-7 years	$116,362
Packaging Development Engineer IV	7+ years	$143,399
Lead Packaging Engineer	7-10 years	$179,875
Packaging R&D Engineering Manager	10+ years	$153,510
Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager	10+ years	$195,474

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How Do Packaging R&D Engineering 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 Packaging R&D Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $153,600.
California: $153,000.
Massachusetts: $150,900.

District of Columbia $153,600 California $153,000 Massachusetts $150,900 Washington $150,400 New Jersey $150,300 Alaska $150,100 Connecticut $148,200 New York $147,400

Hawaii $145,000 Rhode Island $143,800 Maryland $143,000 Minnesota $141,900 Colorado $141,500 Illinois $141,400 Oregon $140,800 Delaware $140,500

New Hampshire $140,200 Virginia $139,700 Pennsylvania $138,100 Nevada $137,300 North Dakota $137,000 Michigan $136,600 Wisconsin $136,400 Vermont $136,100

Texas $135,300 Maine $135,200 Arizona $135,100 Ohio $135,100 Georgia $133,800 Indiana $133,100 Wyoming $133,000 Utah $132,800

Iowa $132,700 Kansas $132,100 Louisiana $131,900 North Carolina $131,800 Missouri $131,800 Florida $131,200 Montana $130,900 Nebraska $130,700

Kentucky $130,500 South Carolina $130,000 Tennessee $129,600 Idaho $129,500 New Mexico $128,500 Oklahoma $128,200 Alabama $127,400 South Dakota $126,100

Arkansas $125,300 West Virginia $124,900 Mississippi $123,700

Top Paying Cities for Packaging R&D Engineering 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: $152,700
Washington: $152,700
Naval Anacost Annex: $152,700

Parcel Return Service, DC $152,700 Washington, DC $152,700 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $152,700 Washington Navy Yard, DC $152,700

Packaging R&D Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Packaging R&D Engineering 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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$143,800

Average $153,600/year

$169,300

$11,983

Average $12,800/month

$14,108

$2,765

Average $2,954/week

$3,256

$69

Average $74/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$169,300	$14,108	$3,256	$81
Average	$153,600	$12,800	$2,954	$74
25th Percentile	$143,800	$11,983	$2,765	$69

Packaging R&D Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager

For a Packaging R&D Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Packaging Development Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $195,500 - a projected growth of 27% over your current level.

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