What are the main factors that influence a Contractor Program Security Officer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Contractor Program Security Officer's salary?

A Contractor Program Security Officer's salary grows with experience: a Security Guard - Unarmed (0-1 years)earns $42,516, a Contractor Program Security Officer (3-5 years)earns $52,216, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $65,185,

What are the highest paying states for a Contractor Program Security Officer?

Contractor Program Security Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Contractor Program Security Officer roles are District of Columbia $51,974, California $51,776, Massachusetts $51,086. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Contractor Program Security Officer roles make?

Salaries for Contractor Program Security Officer level roles vary by specialization: Security Program Manager: $144,793; Program Security Officer: $96,693; CONTRACTOR ARMHS Practitioner Refugee Program: $94,310; Program Officer: $68,590; Security Contractor: $68,374.

Contractor Program Security Officer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Contractor Program Security Officer make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Contractor Program Security Officer in District of Columbia is $51,974 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Contractor Program Security Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,183
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,486 to $56,794
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,311

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Contractor Program Security Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,794	$4,733	$1,092	$27
Average	$51,974	$4,331	$999	$25
25th Percentile	$48,486	$4,041	$932	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Contractor Program Security Officer Salaries

A Contractor Program Security Officer'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 Contractor Program Security Officer 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 Contractor Program Security Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,974.
California: $51,776.
Massachusetts: $51,086.

District of Columbia $51,974 California $51,776 Massachusetts $51,086 Washington $50,899 New Jersey $50,880 Alaska $50,814 Connecticut $50,166 New York $49,904

Hawaii $49,063 Rhode Island $48,669 Maryland $48,401 Minnesota $48,035 Colorado $47,894 Illinois $47,847 Oregon $47,669 Delaware $47,538

New Hampshire $47,455 Virginia $47,270 Pennsylvania $46,730 Nevada $46,458 North Dakota $46,369 Michigan $46,228 Wisconsin $46,176 Vermont $46,073

Texas $45,787 Maine $45,768 Arizona $45,740 Ohio $45,707 Georgia $45,275 Indiana $45,059 Wyoming $45,017 Utah $44,951

Iowa $44,923 Kansas $44,698 Louisiana $44,632 North Carolina $44,609 Missouri $44,599 Florida $44,416 Montana $44,317 Nebraska $44,224

Kentucky $44,172 South Carolina $43,984 Tennessee $43,867 Idaho $43,820 New Mexico $43,477 Oklahoma $43,402 Alabama $43,125 South Dakota $42,660

Arkansas $42,407 West Virginia $42,271 Mississippi $41,862

Top Paying Cities for Contractor Program Security Officers

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: $51,974
Washington: $51,974
Naval Anacost Annex: $51,974

Parcel Return Service, DC $51,974 Washington, DC $51,974 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $51,974 Washington Navy Yard, DC $51,974

Contractor Program Security Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Contractor Program Security Officer'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 March 01, 2026

$48,486

Average $51,974/year

$56,794

$4,041

Average $4,331/month

$4,733

$932

Average $999/week

$1,092

$23

Average $25/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$56,794	$4,733	$1,092	$27
Average	$51,974	$4,331	$999	$25
25th Percentile	$48,486	$4,041	$932	$23

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