What are the main factors that influence an Applications Engineering 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 Applications Engineering Manager's salary?

An Applications Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $97,058, an Engineering Senior Supervisor (12+ years)earns $144,875, an Applications Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $176,360, an Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $203,043, an Engineering Director (12+ years)earns $226,845,

What are the highest paying states for an Applications Engineering Manager?

Applications Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Applications Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $178,356, California $177,679, Massachusetts $175,311. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Applications Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Applications Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Systems Applications Developer VI: $191,700; Applications Engineering Manager II: $173,500; Applications & Technical Product Engineering Senior Manager: $169,896; Systems Applications Developer V: $166,000; Systems Applications Development Manager: $152,000.

Applications Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Applications Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Applications Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $178,356 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $196,657
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $161,271 to $187,935
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $145,717

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Applications Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,935	$15,661	$3,614	$90
Average	$178,356	$14,863	$3,430	$86
25th Percentile	$161,271	$13,439	$3,101	$78

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Key Factors That Influence Applications Engineering Manager Salaries

An Applications Engineering 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 Applications Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Applications Engineering 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): $97,058
Early Career (1-2 years): $144,875
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $176,360
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $203,043
Expert (over 8 years): $226,845

Levels	Salary
Engineeri... Level Applications Engineering Manager	$97,058
Engineeri... Level Applications Engineering Manager	$144,875
Applicati... Level Applications Engineering Manager	$176,360
Engineeri... Level Applications Engineering Manager	$203,043
Engineeri... Level Applications Engineering Manager	$226,845

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

District of Columbia: $178,356.
California: $177,679.
Massachusetts: $175,311.

District of Columbia $178,356 California $177,679 Massachusetts $175,311 Washington $174,667 New Jersey $174,602 Alaska $174,377 Connecticut $172,154 New York $171,252

Hawaii $168,368 Rhode Island $167,015 Maryland $166,097 Minnesota $164,840 Colorado $164,357 Illinois $164,196 Oregon $163,584 Delaware $163,133

New Hampshire $162,849 Virginia $162,215 Pennsylvania $160,362 Nevada $159,428 North Dakota $159,122 Michigan $158,638 Wisconsin $158,461 Vermont $158,107

Texas $157,124 Maine $157,060 Arizona $156,963 Ohio $156,850 Georgia $155,368 Indiana $154,627 Wyoming $154,482 Utah $154,257

Iowa $154,160 Kansas $153,387 Louisiana $153,162 North Carolina $153,081 Missouri $153,049 Florida $152,421 Montana $152,082 Nebraska $151,760

Kentucky $151,583 South Carolina $150,939 Tennessee $150,536 Idaho $150,375 New Mexico $149,199 Oklahoma $148,941 Alabama $147,991 South Dakota $146,396

Arkansas $145,526 West Virginia $145,059 Mississippi $143,657

Top Paying Cities for Applications Engineering 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: $178,356
Washington: $178,356
Naval Anacost Annex: $178,356

Parcel Return Service, DC $178,356 Washington, DC $178,356 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $178,356 Washington Navy Yard, DC $178,356

Applications Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Applications Engineering 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

$161,271

Average $178,356/year

$187,935

$13,439

Average $14,863/month

$15,661

$3,101

Average $3,430/week

$3,614

$78

Average $86/hour

$90

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,935	$15,661	$3,614	$90
Average	$178,356	$14,863	$3,430	$86
25th Percentile	$161,271	$13,439	$3,101	$78

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