What are the main factors that influence a Program Security Representative's salary?

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

How does experience change A Program Security Representative's salary?

A Program Security Representative's salary grows with experience: a Program Security Representative (2-4 years)earns $70,778, a Senior Security Specialist (4-7 years)earns $96,070, a Security Supervisor (7+ years)earns $76,417, a Security Supervisor, Senior (7+ years)earns $100,583, a Security Manager (7+ years)earns $117,767,

What are the highest paying states for a Program Security Representative?

Program Security Representative salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Security Representative roles are District of Columbia $70,577, California $70,309, Massachusetts $69,372. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Security Representative roles make?

Salaries for Program Security Representative level roles vary by specialization: Security Program Manager: $148,440; Program Representative: $143,705; Program Security Officer: $94,884; Activity Security Representative: $66,435; Security Representative: $63,744.

Program Security Representative Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Program Security Representative make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Program Security Representative in District of Columbia is $70,947 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $100,019
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,646 to $86,165
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $60,820

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Program Security Representative Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,165	$7,180	$1,657	$41
Average	$70,947	$5,912	$1,364	$34
25th Percentile	$65,646	$5,471	$1,262	$32

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Key Factors That Influence Program Security Representative Salaries

A Program Security Representative'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 Program Security Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Program Security Representative'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): $70,778
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,070
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,417
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,583
Expert (over 8 years): $117,767

Levels	Salary
Program S... Level Program Security Representative	$70,778
Senior Se... Level Program Security Representative	$96,070
Security ... Level Program Security Representative	$76,417
Security ... Level Program Security Representative	$100,583
Security ... Level Program Security Representative	$117,767

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How Do Program Security Representative 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 Program Security Representatives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,577.
California: $70,309.
Massachusetts: $69,372.

District of Columbia $70,577 California $70,309 Massachusetts $69,372 Washington $69,117 New Jersey $69,092 Alaska $69,003 Connecticut $68,123 New York $67,766

Hawaii $66,625 Rhode Island $66,090 Maryland $65,726 Minnesota $65,229 Colorado $65,038 Illinois $64,974 Oregon $64,732 Delaware $64,553

New Hampshire $64,441 Virginia $64,190 Pennsylvania $63,457 Nevada $63,087 North Dakota $62,966 Michigan $62,775 Wisconsin $62,705 Vermont $62,565

Texas $62,176 Maine $62,150 Arizona $62,112 Ohio $62,067 Georgia $61,481 Indiana $61,188 Wyoming $61,130 Utah $61,041

Iowa $61,003 Kansas $60,697 Louisiana $60,608 North Carolina $60,576 Missouri $60,563 Florida $60,314 Montana $60,180 Nebraska $60,053

Kentucky $59,983 South Carolina $59,728 Tennessee $59,569 Idaho $59,505 New Mexico $59,039 Oklahoma $58,937 Alabama $58,561 South Dakota $57,930

Arkansas $57,586 West Virginia $57,401 Mississippi $56,847

Top Paying Cities for Program Security Representatives

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: $70,577
Washington: $70,577
Naval Anacost Annex: $70,577

Parcel Return Service, DC $70,577 Washington, DC $70,577 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $70,577 Washington Navy Yard, DC $70,577

Program Security Representative Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Security Representative'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

$65,646

Average $70,947/year

$86,165

$5,471

Average $5,912/month

$7,180

$1,262

Average $1,364/week

$1,657

$32

Average $34/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,165	$7,180	$1,657	$41
Average	$70,947	$5,912	$1,364	$34
25th Percentile	$65,646	$5,471	$1,262	$32

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