As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Junior Controller in Washington, DC is $247,540, equivalent to $119 per hour, $4,760 weekly, or $20,628 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Junior Controller in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Junior Controller in Washington, DC vary widely, spanning from $210,557 to $306,804. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($228,182) and 75th percentile ($278,561), while top earners (90th percentile) make $306,804 per year. This $50,379 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 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Washington currently ranks 84 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 $210,557 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $228,182 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $247,540 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $278,561 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $306,804 Washington, DC January 01, 2026
25% $228,182 10% $210,557 90% $306,804 75% $278,561 $247,540 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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