What are the main factors that influence an Assistant 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 An Assistant Engineering Manager's salary?

An Assistant Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Non-Destructive Test Technician I (0-1 years)earns $63,253, a Non-Destructive Test Technician II (1-3 years)earns $71,228, a Non-Destructive Test Technician III (3-5 years)earns $83,044, a Assistant Engineering Manager (5-7 years)earns $99,556,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Engineering Manager?

Assistant Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $98,617, California $98,243, Massachusetts $96,934. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Assistant Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Manager, Sr.: $179,841; Assistant Manager (Software Engineering): $172,310; Engineering Manager Sustaining Engineering: $159,113; Engineering Manager: $156,253; Manager Of Engineering: $155,543.

Assistant Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Assistant Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Assistant Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $99,134 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,853
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,505 to $108,932
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,007

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Assistant Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,932	$9,078	$2,095	$52
Average	$99,134	$8,261	$1,906	$48
25th Percentile	$86,505	$7,209	$1,664	$42

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Engineering Manager Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $98,617.
California: $98,243.
Massachusetts: $96,934.

District of Columbia $98,617 California $98,243 Massachusetts $96,934 Washington $96,578 New Jersey $96,542 Alaska $96,417 Connecticut $95,188 New York $94,689

Hawaii $93,095 Rhode Island $92,347 Maryland $91,839 Minnesota $91,144 Colorado $90,877 Illinois $90,788 Oregon $90,450 Delaware $90,200

New Hampshire $90,044 Virginia $89,693 Pennsylvania $88,668 Nevada $88,152 North Dakota $87,983 Michigan $87,715 Wisconsin $87,617 Vermont $87,421

Texas $86,878 Maine $86,842 Arizona $86,789 Ohio $86,727 Georgia $85,907 Indiana $85,498 Wyoming $85,417 Utah $85,293

Iowa $85,239 Kansas $84,812 Louisiana $84,687 North Carolina $84,642 Missouri $84,625 Florida $84,277 Montana $84,090 Nebraska $83,912

Kentucky $83,814 South Carolina $83,458 Tennessee $83,235 Idaho $83,146 New Mexico $82,496 Oklahoma $82,353 Alabama $81,828 South Dakota $80,946

Arkansas $80,465 West Virginia $80,207 Mississippi $79,432

Top Paying Cities for Assistant 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: $98,617
Washington: $98,617
Naval Anacost Annex: $98,617

Parcel Return Service, DC $98,617 Washington, DC $98,617 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $98,617 Washington Navy Yard, DC $98,617

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

Understanding how an Assistant 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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$86,505

Average $99,134/year

$108,932

$7,209

Average $8,261/month

$9,078

$1,664

Average $1,906/week

$2,095

$42

Average $48/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,932	$9,078	$2,095	$52
Average	$99,134	$8,261	$1,906	$48
25th Percentile	$86,505	$7,209	$1,664	$42

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