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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sustainability Program Manager in Tennessee is $120,822 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.
However, a Sustainability Program Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $133,382 | $11,115 | $2,565 | $64 |
| Average | $120,822 | $10,069 | $2,324 | $58 |
| 25th Percentile | $107,784 | $8,982 | $2,073 | $52 |
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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.
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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager | $98,366 |
| Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager | $113,230 |
| Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager | $119,899 |
| Sustainab... Level Sustainability Program Manager | $142,759 |
| VP of Sus... Level Sustainability Program Manager | $207,857 |
What Am I Worth?
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:
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:
For Sustainability Program Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Sustainability Program Manager positions in Software & Networking or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sustainability Program Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail & Wholesale | $181,234 | $87.0 | 50% |
| Telecom | $175,193 | $84.0 | 45% |
| Media | $169,151 | $81.0 | 40% |
| MFG Nondurable | $163,110 | $78.0 | 35% |
| Construction | $157,069 | $76.0 | 30% |
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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $133,382 | $11,115 | $2,565 | $64 |
| Average | $120,822 | $10,069 | $2,324 | $58 |
| 25th Percentile | $107,784 | $8,982 | $2,073 | $52 |
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