Emergency Management Program Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does an Emergency Management Program Specialist make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Emergency Management Program Specialist in the United States is $79,917 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, an Emergency Management Program Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,176
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,086 to $92,091
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,045
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Emergency Management Program Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $92,091 $7,674 $1,771 $44
Average $79,917 $6,660 $1,537 $38
25th Percentile $71,086 $5,924 $1,367 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Emergency Management Program Specialist Salaries

An Emergency Management Program Specialist'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Emergency Management Program Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Emergency Management Program Specialist'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): $70,332
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $79,022
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,873
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,544
  • Expert (over 8 years): $142,703
Levels Salary
Safety Re... Level Emergency Management Program Specialist$70,332
Emergency... Level Emergency Management Program Specialist$79,022
Safety Re... Level Emergency Management Program Specialist$96,873
Safety Re... Level Emergency Management Program Specialist$113,544
Safety Re... Level Emergency Management Program Specialist$142,703
$70,332 0 yr
$79,022 < 2 yrs
$96,873 2-4 yrs
$113,544 5-8 yrs
$142,703 > 8 yrs
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How Do Emergency Management Program Specialist 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 Emergency Management Program Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $88,484.
  • California: $88,148.
  • Massachusetts: $86,973.

Top Paying Cities for Emergency Management Program Specialists

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:

  • San Jose: $100,799
  • San Francisco: $99,695
  • Oakland: $97,594

What Skills Can Increase an Emergency Management Program Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Planning (Mentioned in 6.52% Job Postings): An act or process of making or carrying out plans. Establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit city planning business planning.
  • Event Management (Mentioned in 1.83% Job Postings): Setting up, designing, and hosting social and business events to boost the business's reputation and client base.
  • First Aid (Mentioned in 1.14% Job Postings): First aid refers to medical attention that is usually administered immediately after the injury occurs and at the location where it occurred.
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Planning 6.52%
Event Management 1.83%
First Aid 1.14%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Emergency Management Program Specialist's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Risk Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
 $85,511
7%
Project Management
 $85,511
7%
Risk Management
 $84,712
6%
Hard Working
 $84,712
6%
Analysis
 $83,913
5%
EHS
 $83,113
4%
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How Education impacts an Emergency Management Program Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Emergency Management Program Specialists enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Emergency Management Program Specialist with a Associate's Degree is between $77,958 and $84,143).

Emergency Management Program Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Emergency Management Program Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.6%
High School 23.1%
Associates 28.2%
Bachelors 33.3%
Masters 12.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Emergency Management Program Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Emergency Management Program Specialist'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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$71,086
Average $79,917/year
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$5,924
Average $6,660/month
$7,674
$1,367
Average $1,537/week
$1,771
$34
Average $38/hour
$44
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $92,091 $7,674 $1,771 $44
Average $79,917 $6,660 $1,537 $38
25th Percentile $71,086 $5,924 $1,367 $34

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Salary Trends for Emergency Management Program Specialist

Salaries for an Emergency Management Program Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $64,481 in 2023 to around $64,761 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Emergency Management Program Specialist salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Emergency Management Program Specialist Over Time

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