Emergency Management Director Salary in 2026
Plan and direct disaster response and recovery efforts for communities and organizations.
Median Salary
$78,000
$6,500/mo
Entry Level
$52,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$108,000
experienced
Job Growth
+3%
10-yr outlook
Emergency Management Director Overview
Plan and direct disaster response and recovery efforts for communities and organizations.
Education
Bachelor's/Master's
Experience
5-8 years
Industry
Government
Total Jobs (US)
15K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Government
Hourly Rate
$37.50/hr
Monthly Pay
$6,500
Emergency Management Director Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Emergency Management Director salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Emergency Management Director Salary
$89,000
$7,417/month · $3,423/biweekly · $42.79/hr
Emergency Management Director Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Emergency Management Director field.
Entry-level Emergency Management Directors earn around $52,000, while the top 10% earn $120,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Emergency Management Directors
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $92,000 | +$14,000 |
| New York | $90,000 | +$12,000 |
| Virginia | $83,000 | +$5,000 |
| Texas | $76,000 | $-2,000 |
| Florida | $76,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Emergency Management Directors
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $92,000 | +$14,000 |
| Washington DC | $90,000 | +$12,000 |
| Los Angeles | $87,000 | +$9,000 |
| Miami | $80,000 | +$2,000 |
| Houston | $77,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Emergency Management Director Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Emergency Management Director from entry level to expert.
$52,000
0-2 years
$80,000
3-7 years
$108,000
8-14 years
$132,000
15+ years
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