Emergency Management Directors Salary (2025)
Based on 13,500 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $54,210 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $67,910 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $93,330 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $126,490 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $166,430 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$54K
25th
$68K
Median
$93K
75th
$126K
90th
$166K
Highest Paying States for Emergency Management Directors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $165,390 |
| New Mexico | $140,730 |
| California | $138,120 |
| Washington | $136,430 |
| Massachusetts | $131,520 |
| Colorado | $125,080 |
| Oregon | $119,710 |
| Connecticut | $118,870 |
| Nevada | $118,170 |
| New Jersey | $118,090 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Emergency Management Directors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $165,390 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $118,090 — a difference of $47,300. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Emergency Management Directors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 13,500 workers were employed as Emergency Management Directorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Management Occupations. The annual mean wage of $102,420 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 11-9161