As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assistant City Manager in District of Columbia is $59,706, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,148 weekly, or $4,976 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Assistant City Manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Assistant City Manager in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $45,030 to $66,539. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,024) and 75th percentile ($63,282), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,539 per year. This $11,258 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Assistant City Manager often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 86 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Assistant City Manager job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Assistant City Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant City Manager Salary $45,030 DC August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assistant City Manager Salary $52,024 DC August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assistant City Manager Salary $59,706 DC August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assistant City Manager Salary $63,282 DC August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assistant City Manager Salary $66,539 DC August 01, 2026
25% $52,024 10% $45,030 90% $66,539 75% $63,282 $59,706 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $66,264 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $66,267 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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    Assistant City Manager

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    Bachelor's Degree

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