What are the main factors that influence a CAE's salary?

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

How does experience change A CAE's salary?

A CAE's salary grows with experience: starting around $830,409 for beginners, reaching about $855,397 at mid-level, and approach $903,590 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a CAE?

CAE salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CAE roles are District of Columbia $1,023,303, California $1,019,422, Massachusetts $1,005,835. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CAE roles make?

Salaries for CAE level roles vary by specialization: CAE Services Director: $177,490; CAE Services Manager: $132,490; CAE Designer IV: $131,152; Senior Cae Engineer: $119,803; CAE Services Supervisor: $119,300.

CAE Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a CAE make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a CAE in District of Columbia is $1,028,664 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $495.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $1,544,495
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $794,060 to $1,298,669
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $580,466

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CAE Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$1,298,669	$108,222	$24,974	$624
Average	$1,028,664	$85,722	$19,782	$495
25th Percentile	$794,060	$66,172	$15,270	$382

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Key Factors That Influence CAE Salaries

A CAE'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 CAE Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CAE'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): $830,409
Early Career (1-2 years): $841,118
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $855,397
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $876,816
Expert (over 8 years): $903,590

Levels	Salary
Entry Level CAE	$830,409
Intermediate Level CAE	$841,118
Senior Level CAE	$855,397
Specialist Level CAE	$876,816
Expert Level CAE	$903,590

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How Do CAE 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 CAEs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $1,023,303.
California: $1,019,422.
Massachusetts: $1,005,835.

District of Columbia $1,023,303 California $1,019,422 Massachusetts $1,005,835 Washington $1,002,138 New Jersey $1,001,769 Alaska $1,000,475 Connecticut $987,721 New York $982,545

Hawaii $966,001 Rhode Island $958,238 Maryland $952,970 Minnesota $945,761 Colorado $942,988 Illinois $942,064 Oregon $938,552 Delaware $935,964

New Hampshire $934,337 Virginia $930,696 Pennsylvania $920,067 Nevada $914,707 North Dakota $912,951 Michigan $910,178 Wisconsin $909,161 Vermont $907,128

Texas $901,490 Maine $901,121 Arizona $900,566 Ohio $899,919 Georgia $891,416 Indiana $887,165 Wyoming $886,333 Utah $885,039

Iowa $884,484 Kansas $880,048 Louisiana $878,754 North Carolina $878,292 Missouri $878,107 Florida $874,503 Montana $872,562 Nebraska $870,714

Kentucky $869,697 South Carolina $866,000 Tennessee $863,689 Idaho $862,765 New Mexico $856,018 Oklahoma $854,540 Alabama $849,087 South Dakota $839,937

Arkansas $834,946 West Virginia $832,266 Mississippi $824,225

Top Paying Cities for CAEs

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: $1,023,303
Washington: $1,023,303
Naval Anacost Annex: $1,023,303

Parcel Return Service, DC $1,023,303 Washington, DC $1,023,303 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $1,023,303 Washington Navy Yard, DC $1,023,303

CAE Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CAE'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

$794,060

Average $1,028,664/year

$1,298,669

$66,172

Average $85,722/month

$108,222

$15,270

Average $19,782/week

$24,974

$382

Average $495/hour

$624

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$1,298,669	$108,222	$24,974	$624
Average	$1,028,664	$85,722	$19,782	$495
25th Percentile	$794,060	$66,172	$15,270	$382

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