What are the main factors that influence a Program Officer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Program Officer's salary?

A Program Officer's salary grows with experience: a Non-Profit Program Assistant (0-2 years)earns $54,958, a Program Officer (2-4 years)earns $75,214, a Non-Profit Program Senior Coordinator (4-7 years)earns $89,186, a Non-Profit Program Manager I (7+ years)earns $95,270, a Non-Profit Program Manager II (7+ years)earns $106,812,

What are the highest paying states for a Program Officer?

Program Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Officer roles are District of Columbia $75,966, California $75,678, Massachusetts $74,670. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Officer roles make?

Salaries for Program Officer level roles vary by specialization: Chief Program Officer: $164,887; Senior Program Officer: $98,299; Program Security Officer: $96,682; Program Officer Manager: $86,018; Program Management Officer: $82,783.

Program Officer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Program Officer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Officer in District of Columbia is $75,966 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,517
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,910 to $86,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,575

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Program Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,200	$7,183	$1,658	$41
Average	$75,966	$6,331	$1,461	$37
25th Percentile	$67,910	$5,659	$1,306	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Program Officer Salaries

A Program Officer'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 Program Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Officer'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): $54,958
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,214
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,186
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $95,270
Expert (over 8 years): $106,812

Levels	Salary
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$54,958
Program O... Level Program Officer	$75,214
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$89,186
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$95,270
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$106,812

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

District of Columbia: $75,966.
California: $75,678.
Massachusetts: $74,670.

District of Columbia $75,966 California $75,678 Massachusetts $74,670 Washington $74,395 New Jersey $74,368 Alaska $74,272 Connecticut $73,325 New York $72,941

Hawaii $71,713 Rhode Island $71,136 Maryland $70,745 Minnesota $70,210 Colorado $70,004 Illinois $69,935 Oregon $69,675 Delaware $69,483

New Hampshire $69,362 Virginia $69,092 Pennsylvania $68,303 Nevada $67,905 North Dakota $67,774 Michigan $67,568 Wisconsin $67,493 Vermont $67,342

Texas $66,923 Maine $66,896 Arizona $66,855 Ohio $66,807 Georgia $66,176 Indiana $65,860 Wyoming $65,798 Utah $65,702

Iowa $65,661 Kansas $65,332 Louisiana $65,236 North Carolina $65,201 Missouri $65,188 Florida $64,920 Montana $64,776 Nebraska $64,639

Kentucky $64,563 South Carolina $64,289 Tennessee $64,117 Idaho $64,049 New Mexico $63,548 Oklahoma $63,438 Alabama $63,033 South Dakota $62,354

Arkansas $61,983 West Virginia $61,784 Mississippi $61,188

Top Paying Cities for Program Officers

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: $75,554
Washington: $75,555
Naval Anacost Annex: $75,551

Parcel Return Service, DC $75,554 Washington, DC $75,555 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $75,551 Washington Navy Yard, DC $75,554

Program Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Officer'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

$67,910

Average $75,966/year

$86,200

$5,659

Average $6,331/month

$7,183

$1,306

Average $1,461/week

$1,658

$33

Average $37/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,200	$7,183	$1,658	$41
Average	$75,966	$6,331	$1,461	$37
25th Percentile	$67,910	$5,659	$1,306	$33

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