What are the main factors that influence a Sergeant Major's salary?

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

How does experience change A Sergeant Major's salary?

A Sergeant Major's salary grows with experience: an Identity & Access Control Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $77,174, an Sergeant Major (2-4 years)earns $91,835, an Identity & Access Control Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $121,846, an Identity & Access Control Manager (7+ years)earns $161,815,

What are the highest paying states for a Sergeant Major?

Sergeant Major salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sergeant Major roles are District of Columbia $92,594, California $92,243, Massachusetts $91,014. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sergeant Major roles make?

Salaries for Sergeant Major level roles vary by specialization: Security Sergeant: $248,814; Command Sergeant Major: $90,604; Sergeant: $84,709; Police Sergeant: $83,544; Correctional Sergeant: $79,525.

Sergeant Major Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Sergeant Major make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sergeant Major in District of Columbia is $92,594 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,330
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,991 to $102,925
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,069

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Sergeant Major Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,925	$8,577	$1,979	$49
Average	$92,594	$7,716	$1,781	$45
25th Percentile	$84,991	$7,083	$1,634	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Sergeant Major Salaries

A Sergeant Major'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 Sergeant Major 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 Sergeant Majors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $92,594.
California: $92,243.
Massachusetts: $91,014.

District of Columbia $92,594 California $92,243 Massachusetts $91,014 Washington $90,679 New Jersey $90,646 Alaska $90,529 Connecticut $89,375 New York $88,906

Hawaii $87,409 Rhode Island $86,707 Maryland $86,230 Minnesota $85,578 Colorado $85,327 Illinois $85,243 Oregon $84,926 Delaware $84,691

New Hampshire $84,544 Virginia $84,215 Pennsylvania $83,253 Nevada $82,768 North Dakota $82,609 Michigan $82,358 Wisconsin $82,266 Vermont $82,082

Texas $81,572 Maine $81,539 Arizona $81,488 Ohio $81,430 Georgia $80,660 Indiana $80,276 Wyoming $80,200 Utah $80,083

Iowa $80,033 Kansas $79,632 Louisiana $79,515 North Carolina $79,473 Missouri $79,456 Florida $79,130 Montana $78,954 Nebraska $78,787

Kentucky $78,695 South Carolina $78,361 Tennessee $78,152 Idaho $78,068 New Mexico $77,457 Oklahoma $77,324 Alabama $76,830 South Dakota $76,002

Arkansas $75,551 West Virginia $75,308 Mississippi $74,581

Top Paying Cities for Sergeant Majors

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: $92,594
Washington: $92,594
Naval Anacost Annex: $92,594

Parcel Return Service, DC $92,594 Washington, DC $92,594 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $92,594 Washington Navy Yard, DC $92,594

Sergeant Major Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sergeant Major'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 April 01, 2026

$84,991

Average $92,594/year

$102,925

$7,083

Average $7,716/month

$8,577

$1,634

Average $1,781/week

$1,979

$41

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,925	$8,577	$1,979	$49
Average	$92,594	$7,716	$1,781	$45
25th Percentile	$84,991	$7,083	$1,634	$41

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