What are the main factors that influence a Performance Improvement 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 Performance Improvement Manager's salary?

A Performance Improvement Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $139,157 for beginners, reaching about $143,923 at mid-level, and approach $151,774 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Performance Improvement Manager?

Performance Improvement Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Performance Improvement Manager roles are District of Columbia $148,840, California $148,276, Massachusetts $146,299. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Performance Improvement Manager roles make?

Salaries for Performance Improvement Manager level roles vary by specialization: Director, Performance Improvement: $238,455; Performance Improvement Project Manager: $144,284; Director Of Performance Improvement: $134,429; Performance Improvement Consultant: $94,414; Performance Improvement Specialist: $93,685.

Performance Improvement Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Performance Improvement Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Performance Improvement Manager in District of Columbia is $149,620 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $175,969
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,857 to $163,412
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,864

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Performance Improvement Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,412	$13,618	$3,143	$79
Average	$149,620	$12,468	$2,877	$72
25th Percentile	$129,857	$10,821	$2,497	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Performance Improvement Manager Salaries

A Performance Improvement 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 Performance Improvement Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Performance Improvement 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $139,157
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,944
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $143,923
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,902
Expert (over 8 years): $151,774

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Performance Improvement Manager	$139,157
Intermediate Level Performance Improvement Manager	$140,944
Senior Level Performance Improvement Manager	$143,923
Specialist Level Performance Improvement Manager	$146,902
Expert Level Performance Improvement Manager	$151,774

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

District of Columbia: $148,840.
California: $148,276.
Massachusetts: $146,299.

District of Columbia $148,840 California $148,276 Massachusetts $146,299 Washington $145,762 New Jersey $145,708 Alaska $145,520 Connecticut $143,665 New York $142,912

Hawaii $140,506 Rhode Island $139,376 Maryland $138,610 Minnesota $137,562 Colorado $137,158 Illinois $137,024 Oregon $136,513 Delaware $136,137

New Hampshire $135,900 Virginia $135,370 Pennsylvania $133,824 Nevada $133,045 North Dakota $132,789 Michigan $132,386 Wisconsin $132,238 Vermont $131,942

Texas $131,122 Maine $131,069 Arizona $130,988 Ohio $130,894 Georgia $129,657 Indiana $129,039 Wyoming $128,918 Utah $128,730

Iowa $128,649 Kansas $128,004 Louisiana $127,815 North Carolina $127,748 Missouri $127,721 Florida $127,197 Montana $126,915 Nebraska $126,646

Kentucky $126,498 South Carolina $125,960 Tennessee $125,624 Idaho $125,490 New Mexico $124,508 Oklahoma $124,293 Alabama $123,500 South Dakota $122,169

Arkansas $121,443 West Virginia $121,054 Mississippi $119,884

Top Paying Cities for Performance Improvement 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: $148,840
Washington: $148,840
Naval Anacost Annex: $148,840

Parcel Return Service, DC $148,840 Washington, DC $148,840 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $148,840 Washington Navy Yard, DC $148,840

Performance Improvement Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Performance Improvement 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

$129,857

Average $149,620/year

$163,412

$10,821

Average $12,468/month

$13,618

$2,497

Average $2,877/week

$3,143

$62

Average $72/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$163,412	$13,618	$3,143	$79
Average	$149,620	$12,468	$2,877	$72
25th Percentile	$129,857	$10,821	$2,497	$62

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