As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Planner in District of Columbia is $104,474, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,009 weekly, or $8,706 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Planner in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior Planner in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $81,597 to $121,870. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($92,499) and 75th percentile ($113,580), while top earners (90th percentile) make $121,870 per year. This $21,081 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Project Management or Billing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Senior Planner often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 95 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Senior Planner 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
Senior Planner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Planner Salary $81,597 DC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Planner Salary $92,499 DC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Planner Salary $104,474 DC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Planner Salary $113,580 DC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Planner Salary $121,870 DC July 01, 2026
25% $92,499 10% $81,597 90% $121,870 75% $113,580 $104,474 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $109,485 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $109,489 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $109,490 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $109,489 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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