As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Junior Controller in Washington, DC is $246,600, equivalent to $119 per hour, $4,742 weekly, or $20,550 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Junior Controller in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Junior Controller in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $210,454 to $305,714. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($227,680) and 75th percentile ($277,543), while top earners (90th percentile) make $305,714 per year. This $49,863 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or General Ledger, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Junior Controller often earn 0.5% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 79 statewide for Junior Controller 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
Junior Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $210,454 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $227,680 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $246,600 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $277,543 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $305,714 Washington, DC June 01, 2026
25% $227,680 10% $210,454 90% $305,714 75% $277,543 $246,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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