Dmo Salary in the United States

How much does a Dmo make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dmo in the United States is $49,377 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,237
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,542 to $54,015
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,049
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Dmo Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $54,015 $4,501 $1,039 $26
Average $49,377 $4,115 $950 $24
25th Percentile $45,542 $3,795 $876 $22
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Key Factors That Influence Dmo Salaries

A Dmo'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Dmo Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dmo'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $50,176
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $58,675
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $65,390
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,275
  • Expert (over 8 years): $87,508
Levels Salary
Dmo Level Dmo$50,176
Environme... Level Dmo$58,675
Environme... Level Dmo$65,390
Environme... Level Dmo$81,275
Environme... Level Dmo$87,508
$50,176 0 yr
$58,675 < 2 yrs
$65,390 2-4 yrs
$81,275 5-8 yrs
$87,508 > 8 yrs
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How Do Dmo 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 Dmos. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $54,671.
  • California: $54,463.
  • Massachusetts: $53,737.

Top Paying Cities for Dmos

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:

  • San Jose: $62,280
  • San Francisco: $61,598
  • Oakland: $60,300

What Skills Can Increase a Dmo's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Consulting (Mentioned in 7.11% Job Postings): Providing technical or business expertise and advice to internal or external clients.
  • Waste Management (Mentioned in 3.15% Job Postings): The collection, transportation, handling, and disposal process of dealing with removal of human waste.
  • Data Collection (Mentioned in 1.76% Job Postings): Data collection is the process of gathering and measuring information on targeted variables in an established system, which then enables one to answer relevant questions and evaluate outcomes. Data collection is a component of research in all fields of study including physical and social sciences, humanities, and business. While methods vary by discipline, the emphasis on ensuring accurate and honest collection remains the same. The goal for all data collection is to capture quality evidence that allows analysis to lead to the formulation of convincing and credible answers to the questions that have been posed.
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Consulting 7.11%
Waste Management 3.15%
Data Collection 1.76%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Dmo's salary.
  • Packaging: Can increase your salary by up to 32%.
  • Waste Management: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Environmental Protection: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Packaging
 $65,178
32%
Waste Management
 $60,734
23%
Environmental Protection
 $59,253
20%
Chemistry
 $58,759
19%
Sustainability
 $58,265
18%
Time Management
 $58,265
18%
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How Education impacts a Dmo's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Dmos enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Dmo with a Bachelor's Degree is between $54,469 and $57,986).

Dmo Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Dmo
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 10.5%
High School 10.5%
Associates 16.4%
Bachelors 62.5%
Masters 10.5%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Dmo Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Dmo'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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$45,542
Average $49,377/year
$54,015
$3,795
Average $4,115/month
$4,501
$876
Average $950/week
$1,039
$22
Average $24/hour
$26
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $54,015 $4,501 $1,039 $26
Average $49,377 $4,115 $950 $24
25th Percentile $45,542 $3,795 $876 $22

Salary Trends for Dmo

Salaries for a Dmo can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $47,547 in 2023 to around $47,307 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Dmo salary trends, .

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