What are the main factors that influence a Planning Associate's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Planning Associate's salary?

A Planning Associate's salary grows with experience: a Planning Associate (0-2 years)earns $75,225, a Financial Associate (Public) II (2-4 years)earns $106,983, a Financial Associate (Public) III (4-7 years)earns $145,500,

What are the highest paying states for a Planning Associate?

Planning Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Planning Associate roles are District of Columbia $75,930, California $75,642, Massachusetts $74,634. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Planning Associate roles make?

Salaries for Planning Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Communications Planning Director: $184,640; Associate Director Economics And Planning: $108,974; Retirement Planning Associate: $108,283; Associate Business Planning Analyst: $95,571; Space Planning Associate: $91,392.

Planning Associate Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Planning Associate make in District of Columbia?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Planning Associate in District of Columbia is $75,930 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,265
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,156 to $85,527
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,257

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Planning Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,527	$7,127	$1,645	$41
Average	$75,930	$6,328	$1,460	$37
25th Percentile	$66,156	$5,513	$1,272	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Planning Associate Salaries

A Planning Associate'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 Do Planning Associate 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 Planning Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $75,930.
California: $75,642.
Massachusetts: $74,634.

District of Columbia $75,930 California $75,642 Massachusetts $74,634 Washington $74,360 New Jersey $74,332 Alaska $74,236 Connecticut $73,290 New York $72,906

Hawaii $71,678 Rhode Island $71,102 Maryland $70,711 Minnesota $70,176 Colorado $69,971 Illinois $69,902 Oregon $69,642 Delaware $69,450

New Hampshire $69,329 Virginia $69,059 Pennsylvania $68,270 Nevada $67,872 North Dakota $67,742 Michigan $67,536 Wisconsin $67,461 Vermont $67,310

Texas $66,892 Maine $66,864 Arizona $66,823 Ohio $66,775 Georgia $66,144 Indiana $65,829 Wyoming $65,767 Utah $65,671

Iowa $65,630 Kansas $65,301 Louisiana $65,205 North Carolina $65,170 Missouri $65,157 Florida $64,889 Montana $64,745 Nebraska $64,608

Kentucky $64,532 South Carolina $64,258 Tennessee $64,087 Idaho $64,018 New Mexico $63,517 Oklahoma $63,408 Alabama $63,003 South Dakota $62,324

Arkansas $61,954 West Virginia $61,755 Mississippi $61,158

Top Paying Cities for Planning Associates

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:

Parcel Return Service: $75,930
Washington: $75,930
Naval Anacost Annex: $75,930

Parcel Return Service, DC $75,930 Washington, DC $75,930 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $75,930 Washington Navy Yard, DC $75,930

Planning Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Planning Associate'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.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$66,156

Average $75,930/year

$85,527

$5,513

Average $6,328/month

$7,127

$1,272

Average $1,460/week

$1,645

$32

Average $37/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,527	$7,127	$1,645	$41
Average	$75,930	$6,328	$1,460	$37
25th Percentile	$66,156	$5,513	$1,272	$32

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