How much does an A&A Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an A&A Manager in the United States is $120,870 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

However, an A&A Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,495
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,763 to $129,572
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,472

Key Factors That Influence A&A Manager Salaries

An A&A Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects A&A Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an A&A Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $115,335
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $115,782
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,824
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,015
  • Expert (over 8 years): $119,299
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level A&A Manager less than 1 year $115,335
Early Career Level A&A Manager 1-2 years $115,782
Mid-Level Level A&A Manager 2-4 years $116,824
Senior-Level Level A&A Manager 5-8 years $118,015
Expert Level A&A Manager over 8 years $119,299

Top Paying Cities for A&A Manager

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $152,453
  • San Francisco: $150,784
  • Oakland: $147,606

A&A Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For A&A Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, A&A Manager positions in Business Services or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view A&A Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an A&A Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $145,044 $70.0 20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $132,957 $64.0 10%

How Education impacts an A&A Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many A&A Manager professionals enter the field with a Bachelor's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an A&A Manager with a Bachelor's is between $113,730 and $123,320.

A&A Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for A&A Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 9.8%
High School 9.8%
Associate's Degree 9.8%
Bachelor's Degree 56.1%
Master's Degree or MBA 24.4%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

A&A Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an A&A Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$111,763
Average $120,870/year
$129,572
$9,314
Average $10,073/month
$10,798
$2,149
Average $2,324/week
$2,492
$54
Average $58/hour
$62
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $129,572 $10,798 $2,492 $62
Average $120,870 $10,073 $2,324 $58
25th Percentile $111,763 $9,314 $2,149 $54

Most common benefits for A&A Manager

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for A&A Manager

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FAQ about A&A Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for A&A Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for A&A Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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