What are the main factors that influence a Solutions 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 a Solutions Engineering Manager's salary?

A Solutions Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $163,891 for beginners, reaching about $166,883 at mid-level, and approach $171,626 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Solutions Engineering Manager?

Solutions Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Solutions Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $169,875, California $169,231, Massachusetts $166,976. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Solutions Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Integrated Solutions Engineering Senior Manager: $172,766; Technical Product Solutions Engineering Senior Manager: $168,170; Product Solutions Engineering Senior Manager: $166,263; Technical Solutions Support Engineering Manager, Sr.: $163,700; Integration Solutions Engineering Manager: $153,200.

Solutions Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Solutions Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Solutions Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $169,875 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $186,800
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,332 to $178,734
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $128,717

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Solutions Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,734	$14,895	$3,437	$86
Average	$169,875	$14,156	$3,267	$82
25th Percentile	$148,332	$12,361	$2,853	$71

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Key Factors That Influence Solutions Engineering Manager Salaries

A Solutions 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 Solutions Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Solutions 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): $163,891
Early Career (1-2 years): $164,789
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $166,883
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,277
Expert (over 8 years): $171,626

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Solutions Engineering Manager	$163,891
Intermediate Level Solutions Engineering Manager	$164,789
Senior Level Solutions Engineering Manager	$166,883
Specialist Level Solutions Engineering Manager	$169,277
Expert Level Solutions Engineering Manager	$171,626

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

District of Columbia: $169,875.
California: $169,231.
Massachusetts: $166,976.

District of Columbia $169,875 California $169,231 Massachusetts $166,976 Washington $166,362 New Jersey $166,301 Alaska $166,086 Connecticut $163,969 New York $163,109

Hawaii $160,363 Rhode Island $159,074 Maryland $158,200 Minnesota $157,003 Colorado $156,543 Illinois $156,389 Oregon $155,806 Delaware $155,377

New Hampshire $155,107 Virginia $154,502 Pennsylvania $152,738 Nevada $151,848 North Dakota $151,556 Michigan $151,096 Wisconsin $150,927 Vermont $150,590

Texas $149,654 Maine $149,592 Arizona $149,500 Ohio $149,393 Georgia $147,981 Indiana $147,276 Wyoming $147,137 Utah $146,923

Iowa $146,831 Kansas $146,094 Louisiana $145,879 North Carolina $145,803 Missouri $145,772 Florida $145,174 Montana $144,851 Nebraska $144,545

Kentucky $144,376 South Carolina $143,762 Tennessee $143,378 Idaho $143,225 New Mexico $142,105 Oklahoma $141,860 Alabama $140,954 South Dakota $139,435

Arkansas $138,607 West Virginia $138,162 Mississippi $136,827

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

Understanding how a Solutions 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

$148,332

Average $169,875/year

$178,734

$12,361

Average $14,156/month

$14,895

$2,853

Average $3,267/week

$3,437

$71

Average $82/hour

$86

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,734	$14,895	$3,437	$86
Average	$169,875	$14,156	$3,267	$82
25th Percentile	$148,332	$12,361	$2,853	$71

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