What are the main factors that influence an Environmental Program 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 Environmental Program Manager's salary?

An Environmental Program Manager's salary grows with experience: an Environmental Health & Safety Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $142,599, an Environmental Health & Safety Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $174,150, an Environmental Program Manager (10+ years)earns $105,864, an Environmental Health & Safety Manager (10+ years)earns $136,075, an Environmental Health & Safety Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $155,848,

What are the highest paying states for an Environmental Program Manager?

Environmental Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Environmental Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $106,583, California $106,179, Massachusetts $104,764. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Environmental Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Environmental Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Program Manager: $143,921; ESG Program Senior Manager: $141,469; Traveling Environmental Waste Program Manager: $123,233; Environmental Manager: $122,947; Environmental Program Director: $122,780.

Environmental Program Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Environmental Program Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Environmental Program Manager in District of Columbia is $106,583 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,268
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,771 to $116,363
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,838

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Environmental Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,363	$9,697	$2,238	$56
Average	$106,583	$8,882	$2,050	$51
25th Percentile	$96,771	$8,064	$1,861	$47

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Key Factors That Influence Environmental Program Manager Salaries

An Environmental Program 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 Environmental Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Environmental Program 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $142,599
Early Career (1-2 years): $174,150
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,864
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,075
Expert (over 8 years): $155,848

Levels	Salary
Environme... Level Environmental Program Manager	$142,599
Environme... Level Environmental Program Manager	$174,150
Environme... Level Environmental Program Manager	$105,864
Environme... Level Environmental Program Manager	$136,075
Environme... Level Environmental Program Manager	$155,848

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How Do Environmental Program 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 Environmental Program Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $106,583.
California: $106,179.
Massachusetts: $104,764.

District of Columbia $106,583 California $106,179 Massachusetts $104,764 Washington $104,379 New Jersey $104,340 Alaska $104,206 Connecticut $102,877 New York $102,338

Hawaii $100,615 Rhode Island $99,806 Maryland $99,258 Minnesota $98,507 Colorado $98,218 Illinois $98,122 Oregon $97,756 Delaware $97,486

New Hampshire $97,317 Virginia $96,938 Pennsylvania $95,831 Nevada $95,272 North Dakota $95,089 Michigan $94,801 Wisconsin $94,695 Vermont $94,483

Texas $93,896 Maine $93,857 Arizona $93,799 Ohio $93,732 Georgia $92,846 Indiana $92,404 Wyoming $92,317 Utah $92,182

Iowa $92,124 Kansas $91,662 Louisiana $91,528 North Carolina $91,479 Missouri $91,460 Florida $91,085 Montana $90,883 Nebraska $90,690

Kentucky $90,584 South Carolina $90,199 Tennessee $89,959 Idaho $89,862 New Mexico $89,160 Oklahoma $89,006 Alabama $88,438 South Dakota $87,485

Arkansas $86,965 West Virginia $86,686 Mississippi $85,848

Top Paying Cities for Environmental Program 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: $106,583
Washington: $106,583
Naval Anacost Annex: $106,583

Parcel Return Service, DC $106,583 Washington, DC $106,583 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $106,583 Washington Navy Yard, DC $106,583

Environmental Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Environmental Program 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

$96,771

Average $106,583/year

$116,363

$8,064

Average $8,882/month

$9,697

$1,861

Average $2,050/week

$2,238

$47

Average $51/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,363	$9,697	$2,238	$56
Average	$106,583	$8,882	$2,050	$51
25th Percentile	$96,771	$8,064	$1,861	$47

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