What are the main factors that influence an Executive Compensation Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change An Executive Compensation Manager's salary?

An Executive Compensation Manager's salary grows with experience: an Executive Compensation Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $83,212, an Executive Compensation Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $95,572, an Executive Compensation Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $125,480, an Executive Compensation Manager (7+ years)earns $206,849,

What are the highest paying states for an Executive Compensation Manager?

Executive Compensation Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Executive Compensation Manager roles are District of Columbia $205,771, California $204,990, Massachusetts $202,258. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Executive Compensation Manager roles make?

Salaries for Executive Compensation Manager level roles vary by specialization: Chief Compensation Executive: $251,700; Compensation Manager - Executive Rewards: $189,450; Executive Compensation Analysis Manager: $185,900; Compensation Manager: $138,400; Executive Compensation Analyst III: $112,740.

Executive Compensation Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Executive Compensation Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Executive Compensation Manager in District of Columbia is $206,849 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $99.

However, an Executive Compensation Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $234,974
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $195,723 to $221,570
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $185,594

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Executive Compensation Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$221,570	$18,464	$4,261	$107
Average	$206,849	$17,237	$3,978	$99
25th Percentile	$195,723	$16,310	$3,764	$94

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Key Factors That Influence Executive Compensation Manager Salaries

An Executive Compensation 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 Executive Compensation Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Executive Compensation 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:

Executive Compensation Analyst I (0-2 years): $83,212
Executive Compensation Analyst II (2-4 years): $95,572
Executive Compensation Analyst III (4-7 years): $125,480
Executive Compensation Manager (7+ years): $206,849

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Executive Compensation Analyst I	0-2 years	$83,212
Executive Compensation Analyst II	2-4 years	$95,572
Executive Compensation Analyst III	4-7 years	$125,480
Executive Compensation Manager	7+ years	$206,849

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

District of Columbia: $205,771.
California: $204,990.
Massachusetts: $202,258.

District of Columbia $205,771 California $204,990 Massachusetts $202,258 Washington $201,515 New Jersey $201,441 Alaska $201,180 Connecticut $198,616 New York $197,575

Hawaii $194,248 Rhode Island $192,687 Maryland $191,628 Minnesota $190,178 Colorado $189,621 Illinois $189,435 Oregon $188,729 Delaware $188,208

New Hampshire $187,881 Virginia $187,149 Pennsylvania $185,012 Nevada $183,934 North Dakota $183,581 Michigan $183,023 Wisconsin $182,819 Vermont $182,410

Texas $181,276 Maine $181,202 Arizona $181,090 Ohio $180,960 Georgia $179,250 Indiana $178,395 Wyoming $178,228 Utah $177,968

Iowa $177,857 Kansas $176,964 Louisiana $176,704 North Carolina $176,611 Missouri $176,574 Florida $175,849 Montana $175,459 Nebraska $175,087

Kentucky $174,883 South Carolina $174,140 Tennessee $173,675 Idaho $173,489 New Mexico $172,132 Oklahoma $171,835 Alabama $170,739 South Dakota $168,899

Arkansas $167,895 West Virginia $167,356 Mississippi $165,739

Top Paying Cities for Executive Compensation 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: $205,771
Washington: $205,771
Naval Anacost Annex: $205,771

Parcel Return Service, DC $205,771 Washington, DC $205,771 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $205,771 Washington Navy Yard, DC $205,771

Executive Compensation Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Executive Compensation 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 May 18, 2021

$195,723

Average $206,849/year

$221,570

$16,310

Average $17,237/month

$18,464

$3,764

Average $3,978/week

$4,261

$94

Average $99/hour

$107

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$221,570	$18,464	$4,261	$107
Average	$206,849	$17,237	$3,978	$99
25th Percentile	$195,723	$16,310	$3,764	$94

Executive Compensation Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Executive Compensation Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Compensation Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $230,813 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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