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

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

How does experience change A Resident's salary?

A Resident's salary grows with experience: an Admissions Coordinator - Nursing Home (0-2 years)earns $52,968, a Resident (3-5 years)earns $76,957, a Nursing Home Director (5+ years)earns $151,450, a VP of Long Term Care (5+ years)earns $318,345,

What are the highest paying states for a Resident?

Resident salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Resident roles are District of Columbia $80,936, California $80,629, Massachusetts $79,554. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Resident roles make?

Salaries for Resident level roles vary by specialization: Medical Resident: $276,657; Clinical Resident: $274,569; Pharmacy Resident: $146,217; Resident Manager: $136,967; Resident Director: $118,657.

Resident Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Resident make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Resident in District of Columbia is $80,936 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,683
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,211 to $101,217
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,536

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Resident Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,217	$8,435	$1,946	$49
Average	$80,936	$6,745	$1,556	$39
25th Percentile	$69,211	$5,768	$1,331	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Resident Salaries

A Resident'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 Resident 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 Residents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $80,936.
California: $80,629.
Massachusetts: $79,554.

District of Columbia $80,936 California $80,629 Massachusetts $79,554 Washington $79,262 New Jersey $79,233 Alaska $79,130 Connecticut $78,121 New York $77,712

Hawaii $76,404 Rhode Island $75,790 Maryland $75,373 Minnesota $74,803 Colorado $74,583 Illinois $74,510 Oregon $74,233 Delaware $74,028

New Hampshire $73,899 Virginia $73,611 Pennsylvania $72,771 Nevada $72,347 North Dakota $72,208 Michigan $71,988 Wisconsin $71,908 Vermont $71,747

Texas $71,301 Maine $71,272 Arizona $71,228 Ohio $71,177 Georgia $70,504 Indiana $70,168 Wyoming $70,102 Utah $70,000

Iowa $69,956 Kansas $69,605 Louisiana $69,503 North Carolina $69,466 Missouri $69,452 Florida $69,167 Montana $69,013 Nebraska $68,867

Kentucky $68,787 South Carolina $68,494 Tennessee $68,311 Idaho $68,238 New Mexico $67,705 Oklahoma $67,588 Alabama $67,157 South Dakota $66,433

Arkansas $66,038 West Virginia $65,826 Mississippi $65,190

Top Paying Cities for Residents

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: $80,496
Washington: $80,497
Naval Anacost Annex: $80,494

Parcel Return Service, DC $80,496 Washington, DC $80,497 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $80,494 Washington Navy Yard, DC $80,496

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

Understanding how a Resident'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

$69,211

Average $80,936/year

$101,217

$5,768

Average $6,745/month

$8,435

$1,331

Average $1,556/week

$1,946

$33

Average $39/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$101,217	$8,435	$1,946	$49
Average	$80,936	$6,745	$1,556	$39
25th Percentile	$69,211	$5,768	$1,331	$33

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