What are the main factors that influence a Shift Supervisor's salary?

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

How does experience change a Shift Supervisor's salary?

A Shift Supervisor's salary grows with experience: starting around $42,207 for beginners, reaching about $45,596 at mid-level, and approach $46,255 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Shift Supervisor?

Shift Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Shift Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $43,700, California $43,534, Massachusetts $42,954. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Shift Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Shift Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Operations Shift Supervisor: $122,222; 2nd Shift Supervisor: $91,789; Maintenance Shift Supervisor: $83,055; Security Shift Supervisor: $68,377; Warehouse Shift Supervisor: $63,908.

Shift Supervisor Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Shift Supervisor make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Shift Supervisor in District of Columbia is $43,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,475
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,116 to $47,770
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,853

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Shift Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,770	$3,981	$919	$23
Average	$43,700	$3,642	$840	$21
25th Percentile	$40,116	$3,343	$771	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Shift Supervisor Salaries

A Shift 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Shift Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Shift 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): $42,207
Early Career (1-2 years): $43,103
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,596
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $45,925
Expert (over 8 years): $46,255

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Shift Supervisor	$42,207
Intermediate Level Shift Supervisor	$43,103
Senior Level Shift Supervisor	$45,596
Specialist Level Shift Supervisor	$45,925
Expert Level Shift Supervisor	$46,255

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How Do Shift Supervisor 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 Shift Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $43,700.
California: $43,534.
Massachusetts: $42,954.

District of Columbia $43,700 California $43,534 Massachusetts $42,954 Washington $42,796 New Jersey $42,781 Alaska $42,725 Connecticut $42,181 New York $41,960

Hawaii $41,253 Rhode Island $40,922 Maryland $40,697 Minnesota $40,389 Colorado $40,270 Illinois $40,231 Oregon $40,081 Delaware $39,970

New Hampshire $39,901 Virginia $39,745 Pennsylvania $39,291 Nevada $39,063 North Dakota $38,988 Michigan $38,869 Wisconsin $38,826 Vermont $38,739

Texas $38,498 Maine $38,482 Arizona $38,459 Ohio $38,431 Georgia $38,068 Indiana $37,886 Wyoming $37,851 Utah $37,796

Iowa $37,772 Kansas $37,582 Louisiana $37,527 North Carolina $37,507 Missouri $37,500 Florida $37,346 Montana $37,263 Nebraska $37,184

Kentucky $37,140 South Carolina $36,983 Tennessee $36,884 Idaho $36,844 New Mexico $36,556 Oklahoma $36,493 Alabama $36,260 South Dakota $35,870

Arkansas $35,656 West Virginia $35,542 Mississippi $35,199

Top Paying Cities for Shift 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:

Parcel Return Service: $43,700
Washington: $43,700
Naval Anacost Annex: $43,700

Parcel Return Service, DC $43,700 Washington, DC $43,700 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $43,700 Washington Navy Yard, DC $43,700

Shift Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Shift 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 January 01, 2026

$40,116

Average $43,700/year

$47,770

$3,343

Average $3,642/month

$3,981

$771

Average $840/week

$919

$19

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$47,770	$3,981	$919	$23
Average	$43,700	$3,642	$840	$21
25th Percentile	$40,116	$3,343	$771	$19

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