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

An Application Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $166,439 for beginners, reaching about $169,478 at mid-level, and approach $174,294 for experts.

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

Application Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Application Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $172,516, California $171,862, Massachusetts $169,571. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Application Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager: $198,434; Aeronautical Engineering Senior Manager: $179,776; Aerospace Engineering Manager: $162,589; Aviation Engineering Manager: $158,700; Aeronautical Engineering Manager: $158,639.

Application Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $172,516 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $189,705
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $150,637 to $181,513
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,717

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Application Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,513	$15,126	$3,491	$87
Average	$172,516	$14,376	$3,318	$83
25th Percentile	$150,637	$12,553	$2,897	$72

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Key Factors That Influence Application Engineering Manager Salaries

An Application 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 Application Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Application 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): $166,439
Early Career (1-2 years): $167,350
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $169,478
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $171,909
Expert (over 8 years): $174,294

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Application Engineering Manager	$166,439
Intermediate Level Application Engineering Manager	$167,350
Senior Level Application Engineering Manager	$169,478
Specialist Level Application Engineering Manager	$171,909
Expert Level Application Engineering Manager	$174,294

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

District of Columbia: $172,516.
California: $171,862.
Massachusetts: $169,571.

District of Columbia $172,516 California $171,862 Massachusetts $169,571 Washington $168,948 New Jersey $168,886 Alaska $168,668 Connecticut $166,517 New York $165,645

Hawaii $162,856 Rhode Island $161,547 Maryland $160,659 Minnesota $159,443 Colorado $158,976 Illinois $158,820 Oregon $158,228 Delaware $157,792

New Hampshire $157,518 Virginia $156,904 Pennsylvania $155,112 Nevada $154,208 North Dakota $153,912 Michigan $153,445 Wisconsin $153,273 Vermont $152,930

Texas $151,980 Maine $151,918 Arizona $151,824 Ohio $151,715 Georgia $150,282 Indiana $149,565 Wyoming $149,425 Utah $149,207

Iowa $149,113 Kansas $148,365 Louisiana $148,147 North Carolina $148,069 Missouri $148,038 Florida $147,430 Montana $147,103 Nebraska $146,791

Kentucky $146,620 South Carolina $145,997 Tennessee $145,607 Idaho $145,451 New Mexico $144,314 Oklahoma $144,065 Alabama $143,145 South Dakota $141,603

Arkansas $140,761 West Virginia $140,310 Mississippi $138,954

Top Paying Cities for Application 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: $172,516
Washington: $172,516
Naval Anacost Annex: $172,516

Parcel Return Service, DC $172,516 Washington, DC $172,516 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $172,516 Washington Navy Yard, DC $172,516

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

Understanding how an Application 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 January 01, 2026

$150,637

Average $172,516/year

$181,513

$12,553

Average $14,376/month

$15,126

$2,897

Average $3,318/week

$3,491

$72

Average $83/hour

$87

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,513	$15,126	$3,491	$87
Average	$172,516	$14,376	$3,318	$83
25th Percentile	$150,637	$12,553	$2,897	$72

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