Public Works Department Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Public Works Department Supervisor make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Public Works Department Supervisor in the United States is $44,909 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Public Works Department Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,430
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,689 to $50,416
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,937
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Public Works Department Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $50,416 $4,201 $970 $24
Average $44,909 $3,742 $864 $22
25th Percentile $39,689 $3,307 $763 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Public Works Department Supervisor Salaries

A Public Works Department Supervisor'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Public Works Department Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Public Works Department Supervisor'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): $40,436
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,271
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,176
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $128,132
  • Expert (over 8 years): $181,124
Levels Salary
Distribut... Level Public Works Department Supervisor$40,436
Public Wo... Level Public Works Department Supervisor$45,271
Distribut... Level Public Works Department Supervisor$88,176
Distribut... Level Public Works Department Supervisor$128,132
Distribut... Level Public Works Department Supervisor$181,124
$40,436 0 yr
$45,271 < 2 yrs
$88,176 2-4 yrs
$128,132 5-8 yrs
$181,124 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Public Works Department Supervisors

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:

  • San Jose: $56,643
  • San Francisco: $56,023
  • Oakland: $54,842

What Skills Can Increase a Public Works Department Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.32% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Materials Management (Mentioned in 2.67% Job Postings): Materials management is a core supply chain function and includes supply chain planning and supply chain execution capabilities. Specifically, materials management is the capability firms use to plan total material requirements. The material requirements are communicated to procurement and other functions for sourcing. Materials management is also responsible for determining the amount of material to be deployed at each stocking location across the supply chain, establishing material replenishment plans, determining inventory levels to hold for each type of inventory (raw, WIP, Finished Goods), and communicating information regarding material needs throughout the extended supply chain. Typical roles in Materials Management include: Materials Manager, Inventory Control Manager, Inventory Analyst, Material Planner, Expediter and emerging hybrid roles like "buyer planner". The primary business objective of Materials Management is assured supply of material, optimum inventory levels and minimum deviation between planned and actual results.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.41% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.32%
Materials Management 2.67%
Microsoft Office 2.41%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Public Works Department Supervisor's salary.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Flexibility
$56,136
25%
Verbal Communication
$55,687
24%
Analysis
$53,441
19%
Accounting
$52,992
18%
Oral Communication
$52,992
18%
Planning
$50,747
13%
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Public Works Department Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Public Works Department Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Public Works Department Supervisor positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Public Works Department Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Public Works Department Supervisor

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$53,890$26.020%
Internet$51,645$25.015%
Aerospace & Defense$49,399$24.010%
Financial Services$49,399$24.010%
Pharmaceuticals$49,399$24.010%

How Education impacts a Public Works Department Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Public Works Department Supervisors enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Public Works Department Supervisor with a No Diploma is between $46,965 and $49,324).

Public Works Department Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Public Works Department Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 100.0%
High School 0.0%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 100.0%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Public Works Department Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Public Works Department Supervisor'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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Public Works Department Supervisor

Salaries for a Public Works Department Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $47,086 in 2023 to around $46,253 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Public Works Department Supervisor salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Public Works Department Supervisor Over Time

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$47,086
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$46,483
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FAQ about Public Works Department Supervisor

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Public Works Department Supervisor?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Public Works Department Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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