How much does a sales manager make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for sales managers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $84.53 an hour or $14,650 a month.
- Hourly
- $84.53
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 14 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 8,780
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $83,560 | $40.17 | |
| 25th | $121,400 | $58.36 | |
| Median | $175,800 | $84.53 | |
| 75th | $232,800 | $111.90 | |
| 90th | $306,700 | $147.45 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for sales managers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Public Relations Manager | $195,200 |
| Computer and Information Systems Manager | $195,200 |
| Financial Manager | $185,300 |
| Architectural and Engineering Manager | $185,200 |
| Marketing Manager | $181,300 |
| Human Resources Manager | $178,000 |
| Purchasing Manager | $172,200 |
| Compensation and Benefits Manager | $172,000 |
| Manager | $171,000 |
| Natural Sciences Manager | $169,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a sales manager make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $84.53 ($175,800 a year).
Do sales managers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $175,800 against $148,300 nationally, 19% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $141,800, so Washington pays 24% more.
Where does Washington rank for sales manager pay?
14 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a sales manager make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $83,560 or less a year; the top 10% make $306,700 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.