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

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

How does experience change A Program Security Representative's salary?

A Program Security Representative's salary grows with experience: a Program Security Representative (2-4 years)earns $69,778, a Senior Security Specialist (4-7 years)earns $94,640, a Security Supervisor (7+ years)earns $75,375, a Security Supervisor, Senior (7+ years)earns $99,119, a Security Manager (7+ years)earns $116,046,

What are the highest paying states for a Program Security Representative?

Program Security Representative salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Security Representative roles are District of Columbia $69,468, California $69,204, Massachusetts $68,282. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Security Representative roles make?

Salaries for Program Security Representative level roles vary by specialization: Program Representative: $146,334; Security Program Manager: $144,793; Program Security Officer: $96,693; Activity Security Representative: $66,048; Security Representative: $61,774.

Program Security Representative Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Program Security Representative in District of Columbia is $69,468 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,522
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,996 to $84,152
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,924

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Program Security Representative Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,152	$7,013	$1,618	$40
Average	$69,468	$5,789	$1,336	$33
25th Percentile	$64,996	$5,416	$1,250	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Program Security Representative Salaries

A Program Security Representative'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 Program Security Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Security Representative'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): $69,778
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,640
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,375
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,119
Expert (over 8 years): $116,046

Levels	Salary
Program S... Level Program Security Representative	$69,778
Senior Se... Level Program Security Representative	$94,640
Security ... Level Program Security Representative	$75,375
Security ... Level Program Security Representative	$99,119
Security ... Level Program Security Representative	$116,046

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How Do Program Security Representative 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 Program Security Representatives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,468.
California: $69,204.
Massachusetts: $68,282.

District of Columbia $69,468 California $69,204 Massachusetts $68,282 Washington $68,031 New Jersey $68,006 Alaska $67,918 Connecticut $67,052 New York $66,701

Hawaii $65,578 Rhode Island $65,051 Maryland $64,693 Minnesota $64,204 Colorado $64,015 Illinois $63,953 Oregon $63,714 Delaware $63,539

New Hampshire $63,428 Virginia $63,181 Pennsylvania $62,459 Nevada $62,096 North Dakota $61,976 Michigan $61,788 Wisconsin $61,719 Vermont $61,581

Texas $61,198 Maine $61,173 Arizona $61,136 Ohio $61,092 Georgia $60,514 Indiana $60,226 Wyoming $60,169 Utah $60,082

Iowa $60,044 Kansas $59,743 Louisiana $59,655 North Carolina $59,624 Missouri $59,611 Florida $59,366 Montana $59,235 Nebraska $59,109

Kentucky $59,040 South Carolina $58,789 Tennessee $58,632 Idaho $58,569 New Mexico $58,111 Oklahoma $58,011 Alabama $57,641 South Dakota $57,020

Arkansas $56,681 West Virginia $56,499 Mississippi $55,953

Top Paying Cities for Program Security Representatives

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: $69,468
Washington: $69,468
Naval Anacost Annex: $69,468

Parcel Return Service, DC $69,468 Washington, DC $69,468 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $69,468 Washington Navy Yard, DC $69,468

Program Security Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Security Representative'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

$64,996

Average $69,468/year

$84,152

$5,416

Average $5,789/month

$7,013

$1,250

Average $1,336/week

$1,618

$31

Average $33/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,152	$7,013	$1,618	$40
Average	$69,468	$5,789	$1,336	$33
25th Percentile	$64,996	$5,416	$1,250	$31

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