What are the main factors that influence a Program Administration Specialist'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 Administration Specialist's salary?

A Program Administration Specialist's salary grows with experience: an Administrative Assistant I (0-1 years)earns $50,195, an Administrative Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $58,970, an Administrative Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $70,168, an Program Administration Specialist (5-7 years)earns $82,324,

What are the highest paying states for a Program Administration Specialist?

Program Administration Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Program Administration Specialist roles are District of Columbia $83,347, California $83,031, Massachusetts $81,924. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Program Administration Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Program Administration Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Business Administration Specialist: $115,435; Website Administration - Specialist: $102,900; Contract Administration Specialist: $99,096; SharePoint Administration Specialist: $96,600; Marketing Administration Specialist: $72,400.

Program Administration Specialist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Program Administration Specialist make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Program Administration Specialist in District of Columbia is $83,783 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,628
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,466 to $94,694
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,984

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Program Administration Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,694	$7,891	$1,821	$46
Average	$83,783	$6,982	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$74,466	$6,206	$1,432	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Program Administration Specialist Salaries

A Program Administration Specialist'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 Program Administration Specialist 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 Administration Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $83,347.
California: $83,031.
Massachusetts: $81,924.

District of Columbia $83,347 California $83,031 Massachusetts $81,924 Washington $81,623 New Jersey $81,593 Alaska $81,487 Connecticut $80,449 New York $80,027

Hawaii $78,680 Rhode Island $78,047 Maryland $77,618 Minnesota $77,031 Colorado $76,805 Illinois $76,730 Oregon $76,444 Delaware $76,233

New Hampshire $76,101 Virginia $75,804 Pennsylvania $74,938 Nevada $74,502 North Dakota $74,359 Michigan $74,133 Wisconsin $74,050 Vermont $73,884

Texas $73,425 Maine $73,395 Arizona $73,350 Ohio $73,297 Georgia $72,605 Indiana $72,258 Wyoming $72,191 Utah $72,085

Iowa $72,040 Kansas $71,679 Louisiana $71,573 North Carolina $71,536 Missouri $71,521 Florida $71,227 Montana $71,069 Nebraska $70,919

Kentucky $70,836 South Carolina $70,535 Tennessee $70,346 Idaho $70,271 New Mexico $69,722 Oklahoma $69,601 Alabama $69,157 South Dakota $68,412

Arkansas $68,005 West Virginia $67,787 Mississippi $67,132

Top Paying Cities for Program Administration Specialists

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: $83,347
Washington: $83,347
Naval Anacost Annex: $83,347

Parcel Return Service, DC $83,347 Washington, DC $83,347 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $83,347 Washington Navy Yard, DC $83,347

Program Administration Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Program Administration Specialist'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

$74,466

Average $83,783/year

$94,694

$6,206

Average $6,982/month

$7,891

$1,432

Average $1,611/week

$1,821

$36

Average $40/hour

$46

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,694	$7,891	$1,821	$46
Average	$83,783	$6,982	$1,611	$40
25th Percentile	$74,466	$6,206	$1,432	$36

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