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

A Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Superintendent (0-3 years)earns $123,591, a Construction Field Superintendent, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $144,562, a Resident Construction Manager I (5+ years)earns $163,349, a Resident Construction Manager II (5+ years)earns $189,580,

What are the highest paying states for a Superintendent?

Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $124,748, California $124,275, Massachusetts $122,619. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: School Superintendent: $160,197; Plant Superintendent: $122,332; MEP Superintendent: $120,225; Construction Superintendent: $115,719; Project Superintendent: $113,739.

Superintendent Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Superintendent make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Superintendent in District of Columbia is $124,748 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,806
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,801 to $140,482
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,013

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Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,482	$11,707	$2,702	$68
Average	$124,748	$10,396	$2,399	$60
25th Percentile	$111,801	$9,317	$2,150	$54

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Key Factors That Influence Superintendent Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $124,748.
California: $124,275.
Massachusetts: $122,619.

District of Columbia $124,748 California $124,275 Massachusetts $122,619 Washington $122,168 New Jersey $122,123 Alaska $121,965 Connecticut $120,410 New York $119,779

Hawaii $117,763 Rhode Island $116,816 Maryland $116,174 Minnesota $115,295 Colorado $114,957 Illinois $114,845 Oregon $114,416 Delaware $114,101

New Hampshire $113,903 Virginia $113,459 Pennsylvania $112,163 Nevada $111,509 North Dakota $111,295 Michigan $110,957 Wisconsin $110,833 Vermont $110,586

Texas $109,898 Maine $109,853 Arizona $109,786 Ohio $109,707 Georgia $108,670 Indiana $108,152 Wyoming $108,051 Utah $107,893

Iowa $107,825 Kansas $107,284 Louisiana $107,127 North Carolina $107,070 Missouri $107,048 Florida $106,608 Montana $106,372 Nebraska $106,146

Kentucky $106,022 South Carolina $105,572 Tennessee $105,290 Idaho $105,177 New Mexico $104,355 Oklahoma $104,175 Alabama $103,510 South Dakota $102,394

Arkansas $101,786 West Virginia $101,459 Mississippi $100,479

Top Paying Cities for 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: $124,071
Washington: $124,072
Naval Anacost Annex: $124,067

Parcel Return Service, DC $124,071 Washington, DC $124,072 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $124,067 Washington Navy Yard, DC $124,071

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

Understanding how a 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 May 01, 2026

$111,801

Average $124,748/year

$140,482

$9,317

Average $10,396/month

$11,707

$2,150

Average $2,399/week

$2,702

$54

Average $60/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,482	$11,707	$2,702	$68
Average	$124,748	$10,396	$2,399	$60
25th Percentile	$111,801	$9,317	$2,150	$54

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