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 $52,526, a Retail Store Department Manager (7+ years)earns $52,805, a Retail Store Manager Assistant (7+ years)earns $58,759, a Retail Store Manager (7+ years)earns $85,485,

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 $53,103, California $52,901, Massachusetts $52,196. 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: $127,706; entry level engineering manager: $89,077; Entry Level Actuary: $80,901; Entry Level Data Manager: $77,662; Entry Level Project Manager: $76,986.

Entry Level Manager Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Manager in District of Columbia is $53,103 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): $68,085
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,009 to $60,945
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,372

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Entry Level Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,945	$5,079	$1,172	$29
Average	$53,103	$4,425	$1,021	$26
25th Percentile	$48,009	$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: $53,103.
California: $52,901.
Massachusetts: $52,196.

District of Columbia $53,103 California $52,901 Massachusetts $52,196 Washington $52,004 New Jersey $51,985 Alaska $51,918 Connecticut $51,256 New York $50,988

Hawaii $50,129 Rhode Island $49,726 Maryland $49,453 Minnesota $49,079 Colorado $48,935 Illinois $48,887 Oregon $48,705 Delaware $48,570

New Hampshire $48,486 Virginia $48,297 Pennsylvania $47,745 Nevada $47,467 North Dakota $47,376 Michigan $47,232 Wisconsin $47,180 Vermont $47,074

Texas $46,781 Maine $46,762 Arizona $46,733 Ohio $46,700 Georgia $46,259 Indiana $46,038 Wyoming $45,995 Utah $45,928

Iowa $45,899 Kansas $45,669 Louisiana $45,602 North Carolina $45,578 Missouri $45,568 Florida $45,381 Montana $45,280 Nebraska $45,184

Kentucky $45,132 South Carolina $44,940 Tennessee $44,820 Idaho $44,772 New Mexico $44,422 Oklahoma $44,345 Alabama $44,062 South Dakota $43,587

Arkansas $43,328 West Virginia $43,189 Mississippi $42,772

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: $52,815
Washington: $52,815
Naval Anacost Annex: $52,813

Parcel Return Service, DC $52,815 Washington, DC $52,815 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $52,813 Washington Navy Yard, DC $52,815

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 May 01, 2026

$48,009

Average $53,103/year

$60,945

$4,001

Average $4,425/month

$5,079

$923

Average $1,021/week

$1,172

$23

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,945	$5,079	$1,172	$29
Average	$53,103	$4,425	$1,021	$26
25th Percentile	$48,009	$4,001	$923	$23

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