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

A Certification Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $106,594 for beginners, reaching about $109,089 at mid-level, and approach $118,404 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Certification Manager?

Certification Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certification Manager roles are District of Columbia $119,486, California $119,032, Massachusetts $117,446. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certification Manager roles make?

Salaries for Certification Manager level roles vary by specialization: Right of Way Certification Manager: $141,800; Professional Certification Manager: $108,500; Member Certification Manager: $108,407; Right of Way Certification Analyst: $100,900; Certification Specialist: $81,264.

Certification Manager Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Certification Manager make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certification Manager in Hawaii is $112,795 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $149,228
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $99,685 to $131,866
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,749

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Certification Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,866	$10,989	$2,536	$63
Average	$112,795	$9,400	$2,169	$54
25th Percentile	$99,685	$8,307	$1,917	$48

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Key Factors That Influence Certification Manager Salaries

A Certification 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 Certification Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certification 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): $106,594
Early Career (1-2 years): $107,170
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,089
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,758
Expert (over 8 years): $118,404

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Certification Manager	$106,594
Intermediate Level Certification Manager	$107,170
Senior Level Certification Manager	$109,089
Specialist Level Certification Manager	$114,758
Expert Level Certification Manager	$118,404

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

District of Columbia: $119,486.
California: $119,032.
Massachusetts: $117,446.

District of Columbia $119,486 California $119,032 Massachusetts $117,446 Washington $117,014 New Jersey $116,971 Alaska $116,820 Connecticut $115,331 New York $114,727

Hawaii $112,795 Rhode Island $111,888 Maryland $111,273 Minnesota $110,431 Colorado $110,108 Illinois $110,000 Oregon $109,590 Delaware $109,288

New Hampshire $109,098 Virginia $108,672 Pennsylvania $107,431 Nevada $106,805 North Dakota $106,600 Michigan $106,277 Wisconsin $106,158 Vermont $105,921

Texas $105,262 Maine $105,219 Arizona $105,154 Ohio $105,079 Georgia $104,086 Indiana $103,590 Wyoming $103,492 Utah $103,341

Iowa $103,277 Kansas $102,759 Louisiana $102,607 North Carolina $102,554 Missouri $102,532 Florida $102,111 Montana $101,884 Nebraska $101,669

Kentucky $101,550 South Carolina $101,118 Tennessee $100,848 Idaho $100,741 New Mexico $99,953 Oklahoma $99,780 Alabama $99,143 South Dakota $98,075

Arkansas $97,492 West Virginia $97,179 Mississippi $96,240

Top Paying Cities for Certification Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $112,184
Anahola: $110,713
Captain Cook: $110,602

Aiea, HI $112,184 Anahola, HI $110,713 Captain Cook, HI $110,602 Eleele, HI $110,938 Ewa Beach, HI $112,085 Kapolei, HI $111,995 Haiku, HI $110,795 Hakalau, HI $110,547

Haleiwa, HI $111,779 Hana, HI $110,531 Hanalei, HI $110,569 Hanamaulu, HI $110,793 Hanapepe, HI $110,932 Hauula, HI $111,950 Hawaii National Park, HI $110,675 Hawi, HI $110,859

Hilo, HI $110,782 Princeville, HI $110,770 Holualoa, HI $110,646 Honaunau, HI $110,455 Honokaa, HI $110,598 Honomu, HI $110,771 Hoolehua, HI $110,455 Kaaawa, HI $111,987

Kahuku, HI $111,747 Kahului, HI $111,051 Kailua, HI $112,148 Ocean View, HI $110,738 Waikoloa, HI $110,727 Keauhou, HI $110,646 Kailua Kona, HI $110,780 Kalaheo, HI $110,805

Kalaupapa, HI $110,354 Kamuela, HI $110,654 Kaneohe, HI $112,125 Kapaa, HI $110,926 Kaumakani, HI $110,985 Kaunakakai, HI $110,587 Keaau, HI $110,858 Kealakekua, HI $110,799

Kealia, HI $110,837 Kekaha, HI $110,725 Kihei, HI $110,938 Kilauea, HI $110,772 Kapaau, HI $110,688 Koloa, HI $110,821 Kualapuu, HI $110,554 Kunia, HI $111,960

Kurtistown, HI $110,802 Lahaina, HI $110,823 Laie, HI $111,845 Lanai City, HI $110,554 Laupahoehoe, HI $110,833 Lawai, HI $110,985 Lihue, HI $110,793 Makawao, HI $110,880

Makaweli, HI $110,548 Maunaloa, HI $110,288 Mountain View, HI $110,743 Naalehu, HI $110,520 Ninole, HI $110,445 Ookala, HI $110,481 Paauilo, HI $110,616 Pahala, HI $110,550

Pahoa, HI $110,697 Paia, HI $110,829 Papaaloa, HI $110,848 Papaikou, HI $110,618 Pearl City, HI $112,103 Pepeekeo, HI $110,833 Puunene, HI $111,051 Volcano, HI $110,675

Wahiawa, HI $111,911 Pukalani, HI $110,880 Mililani, HI $112,046 Kula, HI $110,652 Waialua, HI $111,719 Waianae, HI $111,823 Wailuku, HI $110,878 Waimanalo, HI $112,127

Waimea, HI $110,975 Waipahu, HI $112,055 Honolulu, HI $112,223 J B P H H, HI $112,203 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $111,971 Schofield Barracks, HI $111,939 Fort Shafter, HI $112,223 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $112,223

Camp H M Smith, HI $112,198 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $112,089 Wake Island, HI $112,223

Certification Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certification 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.

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$99,685

Average $112,795/year

$131,866

$8,307

Average $9,400/month

$10,989

$1,917

Average $2,169/week

$2,536

$48

Average $54/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$131,866	$10,989	$2,536	$63
Average	$112,795	$9,400	$2,169	$54
25th Percentile	$99,685	$8,307	$1,917	$48

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