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

An Assistant Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $95,891 for beginners, reaching about $100,148 at mid-level, and approach $107,151 for experts.

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

Assistant Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $100,518, California $100,137, Massachusetts $98,803. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Assistant Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Director of Engineering: $206,800; Assistant Manager (Software Engineering): $175,959; Engineering Manager: $156,248; Manager Of Engineering: $154,264; Assistant Manager - Manufacturing Engineering: $126,796.

Assistant Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $100,518 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,929
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $87,192 to $110,155
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,058

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Assistant Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,155	$9,180	$2,118	$53
Average	$100,518	$8,377	$1,933	$48
25th Percentile	$87,192	$7,266	$1,677	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Engineering Manager Salaries

An Assistant 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 Assistant Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant 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): $95,891
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,372
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,148
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,448
Expert (over 8 years): $107,151

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Assistant Engineering Manager	$95,891
Intermediate Level Assistant Engineering Manager	$97,372
Senior Level Assistant Engineering Manager	$100,148
Specialist Level Assistant Engineering Manager	$104,448
Expert Level Assistant Engineering Manager	$107,151

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

District of Columbia: $100,518.
California: $100,137.
Massachusetts: $98,803.

District of Columbia $100,518 California $100,137 Massachusetts $98,803 Washington $98,439 New Jersey $98,403 Alaska $98,276 Connecticut $97,023 New York $96,515

Hawaii $94,890 Rhode Island $94,127 Maryland $93,610 Minnesota $92,902 Colorado $92,629 Illinois $92,538 Oregon $92,193 Delaware $91,939

New Hampshire $91,779 Virginia $91,422 Pennsylvania $90,378 Nevada $89,851 North Dakota $89,679 Michigan $89,406 Wisconsin $89,306 Vermont $89,107

Texas $88,553 Maine $88,517 Arizona $88,462 Ohio $88,399 Georgia $87,563 Indiana $87,146 Wyoming $87,064 Utah $86,937

Iowa $86,882 Kansas $86,447 Louisiana $86,320 North Carolina $86,274 Missouri $86,256 Florida $85,902 Montana $85,711 Nebraska $85,530

Kentucky $85,430 South Carolina $85,067 Tennessee $84,840 Idaho $84,749 New Mexico $84,086 Oklahoma $83,941 Alabama $83,405 South Dakota $82,506

Arkansas $82,016 West Virginia $81,753 Mississippi $80,963

Top Paying Cities for Assistant 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: $100,518
Washington: $100,518
Naval Anacost Annex: $100,518

Parcel Return Service, DC $100,518 Washington, DC $100,518 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $100,518 Washington Navy Yard, DC $100,518

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

Understanding how an Assistant 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

$87,192

Average $100,518/year

$110,155

$7,266

Average $8,377/month

$9,180

$1,677

Average $1,933/week

$2,118

$42

Average $48/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,155	$9,180	$2,118	$53
Average	$100,518	$8,377	$1,933	$48
25th Percentile	$87,192	$7,266	$1,677	$42

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