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 $75,190, a Non-Profit Program Senior Coordinator (4-7 years)earns $89,158, a Non-Profit Program Manager I (7+ years)earns $95,247, a Non-Profit Program Manager II (7+ years)earns $106,776,

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 $75,943, California $75,655, Massachusetts $74,646. 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: $164,838; Senior Program Officer: $98,288; Program Security Officer: $96,693; Program Officer Manager: $85,986; Program Management Officer: $82,749.

Program Officer Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Officer in District of Columbia is $75,943 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): $95,510
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,845 to $86,185
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,472

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Program Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,185	$7,182	$1,657	$41
Average	$75,943	$6,329	$1,460	$37
25th Percentile	$67,845	$5,654	$1,305	$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): $75,190
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,158
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $95,247
Expert (over 8 years): $106,776

Levels	Salary
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$54,958
Program O... Level Program Officer	$75,190
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$89,158
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$95,247
Non-Profi... Level Program Officer	$106,776

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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: $75,943.
California: $75,655.
Massachusetts: $74,646.

District of Columbia $75,943 California $75,655 Massachusetts $74,646 Washington $74,372 New Jersey $74,344 Alaska $74,248 Connecticut $73,302 New York $72,918

Hawaii $71,690 Rhode Island $71,114 Maryland $70,723 Minnesota $70,188 Colorado $69,982 Illinois $69,914 Oregon $69,653 Delaware $69,461

New Hampshire $69,340 Virginia $69,070 Pennsylvania $68,281 Nevada $67,883 North Dakota $67,753 Michigan $67,547 Wisconsin $67,472 Vermont $67,321

Texas $66,902 Maine $66,875 Arizona $66,834 Ohio $66,786 Georgia $66,155 Indiana $65,839 Wyoming $65,778 Utah $65,682

Iowa $65,640 Kansas $65,311 Louisiana $65,215 North Carolina $65,181 Missouri $65,167 Florida $64,900 Montana $64,756 Nebraska $64,618

Kentucky $64,543 South Carolina $64,269 Tennessee $64,097 Idaho $64,029 New Mexico $63,528 Oklahoma $63,418 Alabama $63,013 South Dakota $62,334

Arkansas $61,964 West Virginia $61,765 Mississippi $61,168

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: $75,943
Washington: $75,943
Naval Anacost Annex: $75,943

Parcel Return Service, DC $75,943 Washington, DC $75,943 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $75,943 Washington Navy Yard, DC $75,943

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 March 01, 2026

$67,845

Average $75,943/year

$86,185

$5,654

Average $6,329/month

$7,182

$1,305

Average $1,460/week

$1,657

$33

Average $37/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,185	$7,182	$1,657	$41
Average	$75,943	$6,329	$1,460	$37
25th Percentile	$67,845	$5,654	$1,305	$33

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