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

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

How does experience change A Vendor Manager's salary?

A Vendor Manager's salary grows with experience: an Vendor Manager (0-2 years)earns $76,296, an IT Vendor Management Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $93,891, an IT Vendor Management Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $116,185, an IT Vendor Management Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $145,650, an IT Vendor Management Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $165,896,

What are the highest paying states for a Vendor Manager?

Vendor Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Vendor Manager roles are District of Columbia $76,800, California $76,508, Massachusetts $75,489. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Vendor Manager roles make?

Salaries for Vendor Manager level roles vary by specialization: Vendor Operations Manager: $136,393; IT Vendor Manager: $131,160; Vendor Performance Manager: $130,437; Vendor Relationship Manager: $127,050; Vendor Relations Manager: $127,041.

Vendor Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Vendor Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vendor Manager in District of Columbia is $76,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,881
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,344 to $83,647
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,557

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Vendor Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,647	$6,971	$1,609	$40
Average	$76,800	$6,400	$1,477	$37
25th Percentile	$69,344	$5,779	$1,334	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Vendor Manager Salaries

A Vendor 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 Vendor Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vendor 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): $76,296
Early Career (1-2 years): $93,891
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,185
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,650
Expert (over 8 years): $165,896

Levels	Salary
Vendor Ma... Level Vendor Manager	$76,296
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$93,891
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$116,185
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$145,650
IT Vendor... Level Vendor Manager	$165,896

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

District of Columbia: $76,800.
California: $76,508.
Massachusetts: $75,489.

District of Columbia $76,800 California $76,508 Massachusetts $75,489 Washington $75,211 New Jersey $75,183 Alaska $75,086 Connecticut $74,129 New York $73,741

Hawaii $72,499 Rhode Island $71,916 Maryland $71,521 Minnesota $70,980 Colorado $70,772 Illinois $70,703 Oregon $70,439 Delaware $70,245

New Hampshire $70,123 Virginia $69,849 Pennsylvania $69,052 Nevada $68,649 North Dakota $68,518 Michigan $68,309 Wisconsin $68,233 Vermont $68,081

Texas $67,657 Maine $67,630 Arizona $67,588 Ohio $67,540 Georgia $66,901 Indiana $66,582 Wyoming $66,520 Utah $66,423

Iowa $66,381 Kansas $66,048 Louisiana $65,951 North Carolina $65,916 Missouri $65,903 Florida $65,632 Montana $65,486 Nebraska $65,348

Kentucky $65,271 South Carolina $64,994 Tennessee $64,820 Idaho $64,751 New Mexico $64,245 Oklahoma $64,134 Alabama $63,725 South Dakota $63,038

Arkansas $62,663 West Virginia $62,462 Mississippi $61,859

Top Paying Cities for Vendor 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: $76,800
Washington: $76,800
Naval Anacost Annex: $76,800

Parcel Return Service, DC $76,800 Washington, DC $76,800 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $76,800 Washington Navy Yard, DC $76,800

Vendor Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vendor 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 April 01, 2026

$69,344

Average $76,800/year

$83,647

$5,779

Average $6,400/month

$6,971

$1,334

Average $1,477/week

$1,609

$33

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,647	$6,971	$1,609	$40
Average	$76,800	$6,400	$1,477	$37
25th Percentile	$69,344	$5,779	$1,334	$33

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