What are the main factors that influence a Reliability Engineering 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 Reliability Engineering Manager's salary?

A Reliability Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $152,511, a Reliability Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $179,977, a Reliability Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $139,491, a Reliability Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $165,548, a Reliability Engineering Sr Manager (10+ years)earns $183,552,

What are the highest paying states for a Reliability Engineering Manager?

Reliability Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Reliability Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $164,685, California $164,060, Massachusetts $161,874. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Reliability Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Reliability Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Site Reliability Engineering Manager: $169,651; Product Reliability Engineering Manager: $165,000; Reliability Engineering Sr Manager: $164,916; Expert/Consultant Reliability Engineer: $161,800; Lead Reliability Engineer: $161,710.

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Reliability Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Reliability Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Reliability Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $165,548 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $187,145
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $154,845 to $176,852
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $145,101

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Reliability Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$176,852	$14,738	$3,401	$85
Average	$165,548	$13,796	$3,184	$80
25th Percentile	$154,845	$12,904	$2,978	$74

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Key Factors That Influence Reliability Engineering Manager Salaries

A Reliability Engineering 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 Reliability Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Reliability Engineering 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:

Reliability Engineer IV (7+ years): $152,511
Reliability Engineer V (7-10 years): $179,977
Reliability Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $139,491
Reliability Engineering Manager (10+ years): $165,548
Reliability Engineering Sr Manager (10+ years): $183,552

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Reliability Engineer IV	7+ years	$152,511
Reliability Engineer V	7-10 years	$179,977
Reliability Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$139,491
Reliability Engineering Manager	10+ years	$165,548
Reliability Engineering Sr Manager	10+ years	$183,552

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

District of Columbia: $164,685.
California: $164,060.
Massachusetts: $161,874.

District of Columbia $164,685 California $164,060 Massachusetts $161,874 Washington $161,279 New Jersey $161,219 Alaska $161,011 Connecticut $158,958 New York $158,125

Hawaii $155,463 Rhode Island $154,214 Maryland $153,366 Minnesota $152,206 Colorado $151,759 Illinois $151,611 Oregon $151,045 Delaware $150,629

New Hampshire $150,367 Virginia $149,781 Pennsylvania $148,071 Nevada $147,208 North Dakota $146,925 Michigan $146,479 Wisconsin $146,316 Vermont $145,988

Texas $145,081 Maine $145,022 Arizona $144,932 Ohio $144,828 Georgia $143,460 Indiana $142,776 Wyoming $142,642 Utah $142,433

Iowa $142,344 Kansas $141,630 Louisiana $141,422 North Carolina $141,348 Missouri $141,318 Florida $140,738 Montana $140,425 Nebraska $140,128

Kentucky $139,964 South Carolina $139,369 Tennessee $138,998 Idaho $138,849 New Mexico $137,763 Oklahoma $137,525 Alabama $136,647 South Dakota $135,175

Arkansas $134,372 West Virginia $133,940 Mississippi $132,646

Top Paying Cities for Reliability Engineering 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: $164,685
Washington: $164,685
Naval Anacost Annex: $164,685

Parcel Return Service, DC $164,685 Washington, DC $164,685 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $164,685 Washington Navy Yard, DC $164,685

Reliability Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Reliability Engineering 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.

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$154,845

Average $165,548/year

$176,852

$12,904

Average $13,796/month

$14,738

$2,978

Average $3,184/week

$3,401

$74

Average $80/hour

$85

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$176,852	$14,738	$3,401	$85
Average	$165,548	$13,796	$3,184	$80
25th Percentile	$154,845	$12,904	$2,978	$74

Reliability Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Reliability Engineering Sr Manager

For a Reliability Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Reliability Engineering Sr Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $183,552 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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