What are the main factors that influence a Storage Management Specialist V's salary?

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

How does experience change A Storage Management Specialist 's salary?

A Storage Management Specialist 's salary grows with experience: a Storage Management Specialist I (0-2 years)earns $93,744, a Storage Management Specialist II (2-4 years)earns $104,679, a Storage Management Specialist III (4-7 years)earns $132,836, a Storage Management Specialist IV (7+ years)earns $154,300, a Storage Management Specialist V (7-10 years)earns $180,042,

What are the highest paying states for a Storage Management Specialist V?

Storage Management Specialist V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Storage Management Specialist V roles are District of Columbia $180,042, California $179,359, Massachusetts $176,968. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Storage Management Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Storage Management Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Storage Systems Capacity/Allocation Specialist V: $162,690; Storage Backup/Recovery Specialist V: $162,610; Organizational Change Management Specialist V: $152,700; IT Configuration Management Specialist V: $146,880; Storage Systems Capacity/Allocation Specialist IV: $139,383.

Storage Management Specialist V Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Storage Management Specialist V make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Storage Management Specialist V in District of Columbia is $180,042 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

However, a Storage Management Specialist V's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $207,415
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $160,135 to $194,370
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $142,012

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Storage Management Specialist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$194,370	$16,198	$3,738	$93
Average	$180,042	$15,003	$3,462	$87
25th Percentile	$160,135	$13,345	$3,080	$77

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Key Factors That Influence Storage Management Specialist V Salaries

A Storage Management Specialist V'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 Storage Management Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Storage Management Specialist V'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:

Storage Management Specialist I (0-2 years): $93,744
Storage Management Specialist II (2-4 years): $104,679
Storage Management Specialist III (4-7 years): $132,836
Storage Management Specialist IV (7+ years): $154,300
Storage Management Specialist V (7-10 years): $180,042

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Storage Management Specialist I	0-2 years	$93,744
Storage Management Specialist II	2-4 years	$104,679
Storage Management Specialist III	4-7 years	$132,836
Storage Management Specialist IV	7+ years	$154,300
Storage Management Specialist V	7-10 years	$180,042

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How Do Storage Management Specialist V 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 Storage Management Specialist Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $180,042.
California: $179,359.
Massachusetts: $176,968.

District of Columbia $180,042 California $179,359 Massachusetts $176,968 Washington $176,318 New Jersey $176,253 Alaska $176,025 Connecticut $173,781 New York $172,871

Hawaii $169,960 Rhode Island $168,594 Maryland $167,667 Minnesota $166,399 Colorado $165,911 Illinois $165,748 Oregon $165,130 Delaware $164,675

New Hampshire $164,389 Virginia $163,748 Pennsylvania $161,878 Nevada $160,935 North Dakota $160,626 Michigan $160,138 Wisconsin $159,959 Vermont $159,602

Texas $158,610 Maine $158,545 Arizona $158,447 Ohio $158,333 Georgia $156,837 Indiana $156,089 Wyoming $155,943 Utah $155,715

Iowa $155,618 Kansas $154,837 Louisiana $154,610 North Carolina $154,528 Missouri $154,496 Florida $153,862 Montana $153,520 Nebraska $153,195

Kentucky $153,016 South Carolina $152,366 Tennessee $151,959 Idaho $151,796 New Mexico $150,609 Oklahoma $150,349 Alabama $149,390 South Dakota $147,780

Arkansas $146,902 West Virginia $146,430 Mississippi $145,016

Top Paying Cities for Storage Management Specialist Vs

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: $179,065
Washington: $179,066
Naval Anacost Annex: $179,058

Parcel Return Service, DC $179,065 Washington, DC $179,066 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $179,058 Washington Navy Yard, DC $179,065

Storage Management Specialist V Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Storage Management Specialist V salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $201,375. While startup companies pay approximate $170,303.

Storage Management Specialist V Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$170,303
Growth Stage	51~500	$180,122
Established	501~5000	$194,466
Enterprise	5000+	$201,375

Storage Management Specialist V Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Storage Management Specialist V roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Storage Management Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Storage Management Specialist V as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Storage Management Specialist V

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$198,046	$95.0	10%
Financial Services	$198,046	$95.0	10%
Internet	$198,046	$95.0	10%
Business Services	$189,044	$91.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$189,044	$91.0	5%

Storage Management Specialist V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Storage Management Specialist V'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

$160,135

Average $180,042/year

$194,370

$13,345

Average $15,003/month

$16,198

$3,080

Average $3,462/week

$3,738

$77

Average $87/hour

$93

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$194,370	$16,198	$3,738	$93
Average	$180,042	$15,003	$3,462	$87
25th Percentile	$160,135	$13,345	$3,080	$77

Storage Management Specialist V Salary Growth & Career Path

Storage Management Specialist V

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Network Planning Supervisor

VP of Network Planning

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Storage Management Specialist V, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Storage Management Specialist V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
IT Capacity Planning Manager	$166,833	-7%
Network Planning Supervisor	$136,398	-24%

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