Emergency Management Directors Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for emergency management directors in the United States was $44.87, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $26.06 |
| 25th | $32.65 |
| Median | $44.87 |
| 75th | $60.81 |
| 90th | $80.02 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do emergency management directors make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $44.87; the mean hourly wage is $49.24.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for emergency management directors?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $26.06 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for emergency management directors?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $80.02 per hour.