What are the main factors that influence a Conference Manager - Higher Ed.'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 Conference Manager - Higher Ed.?

The Government industry offers the highest average compensation for Conference Manager - Higher Ed. roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

How does experience change A Conference Manager - Higher Ed.'s salary?

A Conference Manager - Higher Ed.'s salary grows with experience: a Conference Coordinator - Higher Ed. (2-4 years)earns $58,668, a Res. Hall Supervisor (No Room, Board) (3-5 years)earns $69,688, a Conference Manager - Higher Ed. (5+ years)earns $87,088,

What are the highest paying states for a Conference Manager - Higher Ed.?

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Conference Manager - Higher Ed. roles are District of Columbia $87,088, California $86,758, Massachusetts $85,601. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Conference Manager - Higher Ed. roles make?

Salaries for Conference Manager - Higher Ed. level roles vary by specialization: Research Veterinarian - Higher Ed.: $139,553; Workshop Manager - Higher Ed.: $78,690; Food Services Manager - Higher Ed.: $77,774; Donor Relations Manager - Higher Ed.: $69,047; Admissions Manager - Higher Ed.: $65,890.

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Conference Manager - Higher Ed. make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Conference Manager - Higher Ed. in District of Columbia is $87,088 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Conference Manager - Higher Ed.'s salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,047
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,222 to $107,480
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,956

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Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,480	$8,957	$2,067	$52
Average	$87,088	$7,257	$1,675	$42
25th Percentile	$69,222	$5,769	$1,331	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salaries

A Conference Manager - Higher Ed.'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 Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Conference Manager - Higher Ed.'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:

Conference Coordinator - Higher Ed. (2-4 years): $58,668
Res. Hall Supervisor (No Room, Board) (3-5 years): $69,688
Conference Manager - Higher Ed. (5+ years): $87,088

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Conference Coordinator - Higher Ed.	2-4 years	$58,668
Res. Hall Supervisor (No Room, Board)	3-5 years	$69,688
Conference Manager - Higher Ed.	5+ years	$87,088

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How Do Conference Manager - Higher Ed. 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 Conference Manager - Higher Ed.s. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,088.
California: $86,758.
Massachusetts: $85,601.

District of Columbia $87,088 California $86,758 Massachusetts $85,601 Washington $85,287 New Jersey $85,255 Alaska $85,145 Connecticut $84,060 New York $83,619

Hawaii $82,211 Rhode Island $81,551 Maryland $81,102 Minnesota $80,489 Colorado $80,253 Illinois $80,174 Oregon $79,875 Delaware $79,655

New Hampshire $79,516 Virginia $79,207 Pennsylvania $78,302 Nevada $77,846 North Dakota $77,696 Michigan $77,460 Wisconsin $77,374 Vermont $77,201

Texas $76,721 Maine $76,690 Arizona $76,642 Ohio $76,587 Georgia $75,864 Indiana $75,502 Wyoming $75,431 Utah $75,321

Iowa $75,274 Kansas $74,896 Louisiana $74,786 North Carolina $74,747 Missouri $74,731 Florida $74,424 Montana $74,259 Nebraska $74,102

Kentucky $74,015 South Carolina $73,701 Tennessee $73,504 Idaho $73,425 New Mexico $72,851 Oklahoma $72,725 Alabama $72,261 South Dakota $71,483

Arkansas $71,058 West Virginia $70,830 Mississippi $70,145

Top Paying Cities for Conference Manager - Higher Ed.s

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: $86,615
Washington: $86,616
Naval Anacost Annex: $86,612

Parcel Return Service, DC $86,615 Washington, DC $86,616 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $86,612 Washington Navy Yard, DC $86,615

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $89,942. While startup companies pay approximate $76,819.

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$76,819
Growth Stage	51~500	$81,057
Established	501~5000	$87,075
Enterprise	5000+	$89,942

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Conference Manager - Higher Ed. roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 16% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Government, offers compensation 8% above the average. Conversely, Conference Manager - Higher Ed. positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Conference Manager - Higher Ed. as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Conference Manager - Higher Ed.

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Government	$94,316	$45.0	8%

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Conference Manager - Higher Ed.'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$69,222

Average $87,088/year

$107,480

$5,769

Average $7,257/month

$8,957

$1,331

Average $1,675/week

$2,067

$33

Average $42/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,480	$8,957	$2,067	$52
Average	$87,088	$7,257	$1,675	$42
25th Percentile	$69,222	$5,769	$1,331	$33

Conference Manager - Higher Ed. Salary Growth & Career Path

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