What are the main factors that influence a General Superintendent's salary?

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

How does experience change A General Superintendent's salary?

A General Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a General Superintendent (0-3 years)earns $122,672, a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $143,493, a Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years)earns $162,154, a Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years)earns $188,192,

What are the highest paying states for a General Superintendent?

General Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $123,820, California $123,351, Massachusetts $121,707. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for General Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: School Superintendent: $160,242; General Contractor Superintendent: $123,877; Plant Superintendent: $122,343; Superintendent: $112,687; Quarry Operations Superintendent: $107,100.

General Superintendent Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a General Superintendent make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Superintendent in District of Columbia is $123,820 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,654
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,969 to $139,436
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,269

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General Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,436	$11,620	$2,681	$67
Average	$123,820	$10,318	$2,381	$60
25th Percentile	$110,969	$9,247	$2,134	$53

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Key Factors That Influence General Superintendent Salaries

A General Superintendent'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 General Superintendent 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 General Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $123,820.
California: $123,351.
Massachusetts: $121,707.

District of Columbia $123,820 California $123,351 Massachusetts $121,707 Washington $121,259 New Jersey $121,215 Alaska $121,058 Connecticut $119,515 New York $118,889

Hawaii $116,887 Rhode Island $115,947 Maryland $115,310 Minnesota $114,438 Colorado $114,102 Illinois $113,990 Oregon $113,565 Delaware $113,252

New Hampshire $113,055 Virginia $112,615 Pennsylvania $111,329 Nevada $110,680 North Dakota $110,468 Michigan $110,132 Wisconsin $110,009 Vermont $109,763

Texas $109,081 Maine $109,036 Arizona $108,969 Ohio $108,891 Georgia $107,862 Indiana $107,348 Wyoming $107,247 Utah $107,090

Iowa $107,023 Kansas $106,486 Louisiana $106,330 North Carolina $106,274 Missouri $106,252 Florida $105,815 Montana $105,581 Nebraska $105,357

Kentucky $105,234 South Carolina $104,787 Tennessee $104,507 Idaho $104,395 New Mexico $103,579 Oklahoma $103,400 Alabama $102,740 South Dakota $101,633

Arkansas $101,029 West Virginia $100,705 Mississippi $99,732

Top Paying Cities for General Superintendents

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: $123,148
Washington: $123,149
Naval Anacost Annex: $123,144

Parcel Return Service, DC $123,148 Washington, DC $123,149 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $123,144 Washington Navy Yard, DC $123,148

General Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Superintendent'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 June 01, 2026

$110,969

Average $123,820/year

$139,436

$9,247

Average $10,318/month

$11,620

$2,134

Average $2,381/week

$2,681

$53

Average $60/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,436	$11,620	$2,681	$67
Average	$123,820	$10,318	$2,381	$60
25th Percentile	$110,969	$9,247	$2,134	$53

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