What are the main factors that influence a Technical Support Engineering 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 Technical Support Engineering Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Technical Support Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Technical Support Engineering Manager's salary?

A Technical Support Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Technical Support Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,786, a Technical Support Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $123,208, a Technical Support Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $137,862, a Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $181,184, a Technical Support Engineering Director (10+ years)earns $203,482,

What are the highest paying states for a Technical Support Engineering Manager?

Technical Support Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Technical Support Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $137,862, California $137,339, Massachusetts $135,509. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Technical Support Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Technical Support Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Technical Support Engineering Director: $183,781; Technical Engineering Senior Manager: $179,910; Technical Solutions Support Engineering Manager, Sr.: $163,700; Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager: $163,642; Technical Engineering Manager: $156,230.

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Technical Support Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Technical Support Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Technical Support Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $137,862 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

However, a Technical Support Engineering Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,699
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $120,327 to $148,769
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,363

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Technical Support Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,769	$12,397	$2,861	$72
Average	$137,862	$11,488	$2,651	$66
25th Percentile	$120,327	$10,027	$2,314	$58

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Key Factors That Influence Technical Support Engineering Manager Salaries

A Technical Support 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 Technical Support Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Technical Support 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:

Technical Support Engineer V (7-10 years): $166,786
Technical Support Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $123,208
Technical Support Engineering Manager (10+ years): $137,862
Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $181,184
Technical Support Engineering Director (10+ years): $203,482

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Technical Support Engineer V	7-10 years	$166,786
Technical Support Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$123,208
Technical Support Engineering Manager	10+ years	$137,862
Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager	10+ years	$181,184
Technical Support Engineering Director	10+ years	$203,482

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How Do Technical Support 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 Technical Support Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $137,862.
California: $137,339.
Massachusetts: $135,509.

District of Columbia $137,862 California $137,339 Massachusetts $135,509 Washington $135,011 New Jersey $134,961 Alaska $134,786 Connecticut $133,068 New York $132,371

Hawaii $130,142 Rhode Island $129,096 Maryland $128,386 Minnesota $127,415 Colorado $127,042 Illinois $126,917 Oregon $126,444 Delaware $126,095

New Hampshire $125,876 Virginia $125,386 Pennsylvania $123,954 Nevada $123,232 North Dakota $122,995 Michigan $122,621 Wisconsin $122,484 Vermont $122,210

Texas $121,451 Maine $121,401 Arizona $121,326 Ohio $121,239 Georgia $120,094 Indiana $119,521 Wyoming $119,409 Utah $119,235

Iowa $119,160 Kansas $118,562 Louisiana $118,388 North Carolina $118,326 Missouri $118,301 Florida $117,815 Montana $117,554 Nebraska $117,305

Kentucky $117,168 South Carolina $116,670 Tennessee $116,358 Idaho $116,234 New Mexico $115,325 Oklahoma $115,126 Alabama $114,391 South Dakota $113,158

Arkansas $112,486 West Virginia $112,125 Mississippi $111,042

Top Paying Cities for Technical Support 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: $137,114
Washington: $137,115
Naval Anacost Annex: $137,109

Parcel Return Service, DC $137,114 Washington, DC $137,115 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $137,109 Washington Navy Yard, DC $137,114

Technical Support Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Technical Support Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $154,197. While startup companies pay approximate $130,405.

Technical Support Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$130,405
Growth Stage	51~500	$137,924
Established	501~5000	$148,907
Enterprise	5000+	$154,197

Technical Support Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Technical Support Engineering 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 Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Technical Support Engineering Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Technical Support Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Technical Support Engineering Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$165,434	$80.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$165,434	$80.0	20%
Software & Networking	$165,434	$80.0	20%
Internet	$158,541	$76.0	15%
Financial Services	$151,648	$73.0	10%

Technical Support Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Technical Support 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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$120,327

Average $137,862/year

$148,769

$10,027

Average $11,488/month

$12,397

$2,314

Average $2,651/week

$2,861

$58

Average $66/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,769	$12,397	$2,861	$72
Average	$137,862	$11,488	$2,651	$66
25th Percentile	$120,327	$10,027	$2,314	$58

Technical Support Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Technical Support Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Technical Support Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $181,184 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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