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

A Sustainability Program Manager's salary grows with experience: a Sustainability Analyst II (4-7 years)earns $116,491, a Sustainability Analyst III (7+ years)earns $134,142, a Sustainability Program Manager (7+ years)earns $141,936, a Sustainability Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $169,138, a VP of Sustainability (7+ years)earns $246,120,

What are the highest paying states for a Sustainability Program Manager?

Sustainability Program Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sustainability Program Manager roles are District of Columbia $143,031, California $142,489, Massachusetts $140,590. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sustainability Program Manager roles make?

Salaries for Sustainability Program Manager level roles vary by specialization: Sustainability Senior Manager: $149,080; Sustainability Manager: $125,104; Environmental Sustainability Manager: $124,988; Energy And Sustainability Manager: $120,558; Sustainability Project Manager: $118,379.

Sustainability Program Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Sustainability Program Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sustainability Program Manager in District of Columbia is $143,031 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $171,469
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,619 to $157,917
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $113,587

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Sustainability Program Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,917	$13,160	$3,037	$76
Average	$143,031	$11,919	$2,751	$69
25th Percentile	$127,619	$10,635	$2,454	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Sustainability Program Manager Salaries

A Sustainability Program 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 Sustainability Program Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sustainability Program 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): $116,491
Early Career (1-2 years): $134,142
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,936
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,138
Expert (over 8 years): $246,120

Levels	Salary
Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager	$116,491
Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager	$134,142
Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager	$141,936
Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager	$169,138
VP of Sus... Level Sustainability Program Manager	$246,120

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

District of Columbia: $143,031.
California: $142,489.
Massachusetts: $140,590.

District of Columbia $143,031 California $142,489 Massachusetts $140,590 Washington $140,073 New Jersey $140,021 Alaska $139,841 Connecticut $138,058 New York $137,334

Hawaii $135,022 Rhode Island $133,937 Maryland $133,201 Minnesota $132,193 Colorado $131,805 Illinois $131,676 Oregon $131,185 Delaware $130,824

New Hampshire $130,596 Virginia $130,087 Pennsylvania $128,602 Nevada $127,852 North Dakota $127,607 Michigan $127,219 Wisconsin $127,077 Vermont $126,793

Texas $126,005 Maine $125,953 Arizona $125,876 Ohio $125,785 Georgia $124,597 Indiana $124,003 Wyoming $123,886 Utah $123,706

Iowa $123,628 Kansas $123,008 Louisiana $122,827 North Carolina $122,763 Missouri $122,737 Florida $122,233 Montana $121,962 Nebraska $121,703

Kentucky $121,561 South Carolina $121,044 Tennessee $120,722 Idaho $120,592 New Mexico $119,649 Oklahoma $119,443 Alabama $118,680 South Dakota $117,402

Arkansas $116,704 West Virginia $116,329 Mississippi $115,205

Top Paying Cities for Sustainability Program 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:

Parcel Return Service: $143,031
Washington: $143,031
Naval Anacost Annex: $143,031

Parcel Return Service, DC $143,031 Washington, DC $143,031 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $143,031 Washington Navy Yard, DC $143,031

Sustainability Program Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sustainability Program 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$127,619

Average $143,031/year

$157,917

$10,635

Average $11,919/month

$13,160

$2,454

Average $2,751/week

$3,037

$61

Average $69/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$157,917	$13,160	$3,037	$76
Average	$143,031	$11,919	$2,751	$69
25th Percentile	$127,619	$10,635	$2,454	$61

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