What is the average hourly wage for Emergency Management Directors?

The median hourly wage for Emergency Management Directors is $38.09 per hour. This translates to approximately $79,230 per year working full-time.

What states pay Emergency Management Directors the most?

Salaries for Emergency Management Directors vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a emergency management director?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Emergency Management Directors Salary

Name: Emergency Management Directors Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$79,230

$38.09 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$41,992 - $136,276

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

12,500

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Emergency Management Directors Salary by Percentile

$41,992 $136,276

10th pct Median: $79,230 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$41,992	$20.19
25th Percentile	$57,046	$27.43
50th (Median)	$79,230	$38.09
75th Percentile	$109,337	$52.57
90th (Top Earners)	$136,276	$65.52
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Emergency Management Directors

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$104,584	$50.28
2	California (CA)	$99,038	$47.61
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$96,661	$46.47
4	New York (NY)	$96,661	$46.47
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$95,076	$45.71
6	Maryland (MD)	$93,491	$44.95
7	Hawaii (HI)	$91,115	$43.81
8	Alaska (AK)	$88,738	$42.66
9	Washington (WA)	$88,738	$42.66
10	Colorado (CO)	$85,568	$41.14
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Emergency Management Directors

Emergency Management Directors work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the management sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Emergency Management Directors

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

366,100

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Emergency Management Directors make?

The median annual salary for Emergency Management Directors is $79,230 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $41,992, while the top 10% earn $136,276 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Emergency Management Directors?

Emergency Management Directors earn a median hourly wage of $38.09 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $79,230 annually.

Is Emergency Management Directors a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $79,230, Emergency Management Directors earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Emergency Management Directors need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.