What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change An Entry Level Manager's salary?

An Entry Level Manager's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Manager (5-7 years)earns $52,524, a Retail Store Department Manager (7+ years)earns $52,806, a Retail Store Manager Assistant (7+ years)earns $58,757, a Retail Store Manager (7+ years)earns $85,482,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Manager?

Entry Level Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Manager roles are District of Columbia $53,100, California $52,899, Massachusetts $52,194. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Manager roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Manager level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Sales Manager: $127,690; entry level engineering manager: $89,081; Entry Level Actuary: $80,901; Entry Level Data Manager: $77,659; Entry Level Project Manager: $76,983.

Entry Level Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Level Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Manager in District of Columbia is $53,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Entry Level Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,079
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,010 to $60,941
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,376

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Entry Level Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,941	$5,078	$1,172	$29
Average	$53,100	$4,425	$1,021	$26
25th Percentile	$48,010	$4,001	$923	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Manager Salaries

An Entry Level 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 Do Entry Level 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 Entry Level Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,100.
California: $52,899.
Massachusetts: $52,194.

District of Columbia $53,100 California $52,899 Massachusetts $52,194 Washington $52,002 New Jersey $51,983 Alaska $51,916 Connecticut $51,254 New York $50,985

Hawaii $50,127 Rhode Island $49,724 Maryland $49,451 Minnesota $49,077 Colorado $48,933 Illinois $48,885 Oregon $48,703 Delaware $48,568

New Hampshire $48,484 Virginia $48,295 Pennsylvania $47,743 Nevada $47,465 North Dakota $47,374 Michigan $47,230 Wisconsin $47,177 Vermont $47,072

Texas $46,779 Maine $46,760 Arizona $46,731 Ohio $46,698 Georgia $46,257 Indiana $46,036 Wyoming $45,993 Utah $45,926

Iowa $45,897 Kansas $45,667 Louisiana $45,600 North Carolina $45,576 Missouri $45,566 Florida $45,379 Montana $45,278 Nebraska $45,182

Kentucky $45,130 South Carolina $44,938 Tennessee $44,818 Idaho $44,770 New Mexico $44,420 Oklahoma $44,343 Alabama $44,060 South Dakota $43,585

Arkansas $43,326 West Virginia $43,187 Mississippi $42,770

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level 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: $53,100
Washington: $53,100
Naval Anacost Annex: $53,100

Parcel Return Service, DC $53,100 Washington, DC $53,100 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $53,100 Washington Navy Yard, DC $53,100

Entry Level Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level 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 April 01, 2026

$48,010

Average $53,100/year

$60,941

$4,001

Average $4,425/month

$5,078

$923

Average $1,021/week

$1,172

$23

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,941	$5,078	$1,172	$29
Average	$53,100	$4,425	$1,021	$26
25th Percentile	$48,010	$4,001	$923	$23

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