Hourly Wage for Emergency Dispatch Supervisor Salary in the United States

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As of May 18, 2021, the average hourly rate for an Emergency Dispatch Supervisor in the United States is $31, which translates to an annual salary of about $64,475.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $38 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $27 to $35 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $24 per hour
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Emergency Dispatch Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $72,557 $6,046 $1,395 $35
Average $64,475 $5,373 $1,240 $31
25th Percentile $56,488 $4,707 $1,086 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Emergency Dispatch Supervisor Salaries

An Emergency Dispatch Supervisor'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 Emergency Dispatch Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Emergency Dispatch Supervisor'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): $60,954
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $62,059
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,407
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,107
  • Expert (over 8 years): $67,476
Levels Salary
Entry Level Emergency Dispatch Supervisor$60,954
Intermediate Level Emergency Dispatch Supervisor$62,059
Senior Level Emergency Dispatch Supervisor$64,407
Specialist Level Emergency Dispatch Supervisor$67,107
Expert Level Emergency Dispatch Supervisor$67,476
$60,954 0 yr
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$64,407 2-4 yrs
$67,107 5-8 yrs
$67,476 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Emergency Dispatch Supervisors

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: $81,322
  • San Francisco: $80,523
  • Oakland: $78,737

Emergency Dispatch Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Emergency Dispatch Supervisor'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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$56,488
Average $64,475/year
$72,557
$4,707
Average $5,373/month
$6,046
$1,086
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$1,395
$27
Average $31/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $72,557 $6,046 $1,395 $35
Average $64,475 $5,373 $1,240 $31
25th Percentile $56,488 $4,707 $1,086 $27

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Salary Trends for Emergency Dispatch Supervisor

Salaries for an Emergency Dispatch Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $49,940 in 2023 to around $49,356 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Emergency Dispatch Supervisor salary trends, .

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FAQ about Emergency Dispatch Supervisor

1. What are the responsibilities of Emergency Dispatch Supervisor?

Oversees a team responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Mentors dispatchers and manages escalated issues. Coordinates training on message codes, situational protocols, and differentiating routine, priority, and emergency messages. Ensures unit response details are thoroughly and correctly tracked. Administers the staff work schedule to ensure adequate coverage. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a manager. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes.

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