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

A Validation Manager's salary grows with experience: a Validation Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $88,255, a Validation Manager (2-4 years)earns $107,809, a Validation Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $127,438, a Validation Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $154,141,

What are the highest paying states for a Validation Manager?

Validation Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Validation Manager roles are District of Columbia $108,192, California $107,782, Massachusetts $106,345. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Validation Manager roles make?

Salaries for Validation Manager level roles vary by specialization: Senior Manager, Validation: $139,636; Specialist Validation Engineer: $138,500; Validation Project Manager: $116,714; Senior Validation Engineer: $114,500; Validation Engineer III: $114,465.

Validation Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Validation Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Validation Manager in District of Columbia is $108,759 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,719
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $101,354 to $115,542
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,613

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Validation Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,542	$9,629	$2,222	$56
Average	$108,759	$9,063	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$101,354	$8,446	$1,949	$49

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Key Factors That Influence Validation Manager Salaries

A Validation 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 Validation 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 Validation Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $108,192.
California: $107,782.
Massachusetts: $106,345.

District of Columbia $108,192 California $107,782 Massachusetts $106,345 Washington $105,954 New Jersey $105,915 Alaska $105,778 Connecticut $104,430 New York $103,883

Hawaii $102,134 Rhode Island $101,313 Maryland $100,756 Minnesota $99,994 Colorado $99,700 Illinois $99,603 Oregon $99,231 Delaware $98,958

New Hampshire $98,786 Virginia $98,401 Pennsylvania $97,277 Nevada $96,710 North Dakota $96,525 Michigan $96,231 Wisconsin $96,124 Vermont $95,909

Texas $95,313 Maine $95,274 Arizona $95,215 Ohio $95,147 Georgia $94,248 Indiana $93,798 Wyoming $93,710 Utah $93,574

Iowa $93,515 Kansas $93,046 Louisiana $92,909 North Carolina $92,860 Missouri $92,841 Florida $92,460 Montana $92,254 Nebraska $92,059

Kentucky $91,951 South Carolina $91,561 Tennessee $91,316 Idaho $91,219 New Mexico $90,505 Oklahoma $90,349 Alabama $89,772 South Dakota $88,805

Arkansas $88,277 West Virginia $87,994 Mississippi $87,144

Top Paying Cities for Validation 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: $108,192
Washington: $108,192
Naval Anacost Annex: $108,192

Parcel Return Service, DC $108,192 Washington, DC $108,192 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $108,192 Washington Navy Yard, DC $108,192

Validation Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Validation 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

$101,354

Average $108,759/year

$115,542

$8,446

Average $9,063/month

$9,629

$1,949

Average $2,092/week

$2,222

$49

Average $52/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,542	$9,629	$2,222	$56
Average	$108,759	$9,063	$2,092	$52
25th Percentile	$101,354	$8,446	$1,949	$49

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