What are the main factors that influence a DOT Compliance Manager's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a DOT Compliance Manager?

DOT Compliance Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for DOT Compliance Manager roles are District of Columbia $124,424, California $123,952, Massachusetts $122,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of DOT Compliance Manager roles make?

Salaries for DOT Compliance Manager level roles vary by specialization: Compliance Manager: $128,427; DOT Compliance & Safety Manager: $112,400; Dot Specialist: $83,845; DOT Compliance & Safety Supervisor: $69,500; DOT Compliance Supervisor: $69,419.

DOT Compliance Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a DOT Compliance Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a DOT Compliance Manager in District of Columbia is $124,424 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

However, a DOT Compliance Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,449
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,167 to $142,758
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,724

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DOT Compliance Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,758	$11,896	$2,745	$69
Average	$124,424	$10,369	$2,393	$60
25th Percentile	$104,167	$8,681	$2,003	$50

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Key Factors That Influence DOT Compliance Manager Salaries

A DOT Compliance Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do DOT Compliance 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 DOT Compliance Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $124,424.
California: $123,952.
Massachusetts: $122,300.

District of Columbia $124,424 California $123,952 Massachusetts $122,300 Washington $121,851 New Jersey $121,806 Alaska $121,649 Connecticut $120,098 New York $119,468

Hawaii $117,457 Rhode Island $116,513 Maryland $115,872 Minnesota $114,996 Colorado $114,659 Illinois $114,546 Oregon $114,119 Delaware $113,805

New Hampshire $113,607 Virginia $113,164 Pennsylvania $111,872 Nevada $111,220 North Dakota $111,006 Michigan $110,669 Wisconsin $110,546 Vermont $110,298

Texas $109,613 Maine $109,568 Arizona $109,501 Ohio $109,422 Georgia $108,388 Indiana $107,871 Wyoming $107,770 Utah $107,613

Iowa $107,545 Kansas $107,006 Louisiana $106,848 North Carolina $106,792 Missouri $106,770 Florida $106,332 Montana $106,096 Nebraska $105,871

Kentucky $105,747 South Carolina $105,298 Tennessee $105,017 Idaho $104,904 New Mexico $104,084 Oklahoma $103,904 Alabama $103,241 South Dakota $102,129

Arkansas $101,522 West Virginia $101,196 Mississippi $100,218

Top Paying Cities for DOT Compliance 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: $123,749
Washington: $123,750
Naval Anacost Annex: $123,744

Parcel Return Service, DC $123,749 Washington, DC $123,750 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $123,744 Washington Navy Yard, DC $123,749

DOT Compliance Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

DOT Compliance Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $139,168. While startup companies pay approximate $117,694.

DOT Compliance Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$117,694
Growth Stage	51~500	$124,480
Established	501~5000	$134,393
Enterprise	5000+	$139,168

DOT Compliance Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a DOT Compliance 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$104,167

Average $124,424/year

$142,758

$8,681

Average $10,369/month

$11,896

$2,003

Average $2,393/week

$2,745

$50

Average $60/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$142,758	$11,896	$2,745	$69
Average	$124,424	$10,369	$2,393	$60
25th Percentile	$104,167	$8,681	$2,003	$50

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