How much does an emergency management director make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for emergency management directors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $78.47 an hour or $13,600 a month.
- Hourly
- $78.47
- Vs. national median
- +75%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 67
- Jobs in the area
- 310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $89,990 | $43.26 | |
| 25th | $114,500 | $55.06 | |
| Median | $163,200 | $78.47 | |
| 75th | $195,200 | $93.84 | |
| 90th | $195,200 | $93.84 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for emergency management directors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
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| Public Relations Manager | $195,200 |
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| Financial Manager | $185,300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $185,200 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $178,000 |
| Sales Manager | $175,800 |
| Purchasing Manager | $172,200 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $172,000 |
| Manager | $171,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an emergency management director make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $78.47 ($163,200 a year).
Do emergency management directors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $163,200 against $93,330 nationally, 75% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $184,400, so Washington pays 11% less.
Where does Washington rank for emergency management director pay?
2 of 67 metro areas with data.
How much does an emergency management director make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $89,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $195,200 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.