What are the main factors that influence an Internal Audit 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 Internal Audit Manager's salary?

An Internal Audit Manager's salary grows with experience: an Auditing Supervisor (10+ years)earns $107,071, an Auditing Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $129,189, an Internal Audit Manager (10+ years)earns $141,557, an Auditing Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $199,937, an Auditing Director (10+ years)earns $240,922,

What are the highest paying states for an Internal Audit Manager?

Internal Audit Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Internal Audit Manager roles are District of Columbia $142,188, California $141,648, Massachusetts $139,761. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Internal Audit Manager roles make?

Salaries for Internal Audit Manager level roles vary by specialization: Director of Internal Audit: $182,342; Senior Internal Audit Manager: $145,120; Manager Of Internal Audit: $122,755; Internal Audit Project Manager: $117,367; Internal Audit Specialist: $108,442.

Internal Audit Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Internal Audit Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Internal Audit Manager in District of Columbia is $142,188 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,570
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $130,216 to $150,763
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,316

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Internal Audit Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,763	$12,564	$2,899	$72
Average	$142,188	$11,849	$2,734	$68
25th Percentile	$130,216	$10,851	$2,504	$63

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Key Factors That Influence Internal Audit Manager Salaries

An Internal Audit 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 Internal Audit Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Internal Audit 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): $107,071
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,189
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,557
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $199,937
Expert (over 8 years): $240,922

Levels	Salary
Auditing ... Level Internal Audit Manager	$107,071
Auditing ... Level Internal Audit Manager	$129,189
Internal ... Level Internal Audit Manager	$141,557
Auditing ... Level Internal Audit Manager	$199,937
Auditing ... Level Internal Audit Manager	$240,922

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

District of Columbia: $142,188.
California: $141,648.
Massachusetts: $139,761.

District of Columbia $142,188 California $141,648 Massachusetts $139,761 Washington $139,247 New Jersey $139,196 Alaska $139,016 Connecticut $137,244 New York $136,524

Hawaii $134,226 Rhode Island $133,147 Maryland $132,415 Minnesota $131,413 Colorado $131,028 Illinois $130,900 Oregon $130,412 Delaware $130,052

New Hampshire $129,826 Virginia $129,320 Pennsylvania $127,843 Nevada $127,098 North Dakota $126,854 Michigan $126,469 Wisconsin $126,328 Vermont $126,045

Texas $125,262 Maine $125,210 Arizona $125,133 Ohio $125,044 Georgia $123,862 Indiana $123,271 Wyoming $123,156 Utah $122,976

Iowa $122,899 Kansas $122,282 Louisiana $122,103 North Carolina $122,038 Missouri $122,013 Florida $121,512 Montana $121,242 Nebraska $120,985

Kentucky $120,844 South Carolina $120,330 Tennessee $120,009 Idaho $119,881 New Mexico $118,944 Oklahoma $118,738 Alabama $117,980 South Dakota $116,709

Arkansas $116,016 West Virginia $115,643 Mississippi $114,526

Top Paying Cities for Internal Audit 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: $141,416
Washington: $141,417
Naval Anacost Annex: $141,411

Parcel Return Service, DC $141,416 Washington, DC $141,417 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $141,411 Washington Navy Yard, DC $141,416

Internal Audit Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Internal Audit 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 June 01, 2026

$130,216

Average $142,188/year

$150,763

$10,851

Average $11,849/month

$12,564

$2,504

Average $2,734/week

$2,899

$63

Average $68/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,763	$12,564	$2,899	$72
Average	$142,188	$11,849	$2,734	$68
25th Percentile	$130,216	$10,851	$2,504	$63

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