Academic Services Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Academic Services Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Services Manager in the United States is $70,013 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,065
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,320 to $82,079
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $55,316

Key Factors That Influence Academic Services Manager Salaries

An Academic Services 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 Academic Services Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Services 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): $64,857
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $65,174
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,500
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,186
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,689
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Academic Services Manager less than 1 year $64,857
Early Career Level Academic Services Manager 1-2 years $65,174
Mid-Level Level Academic Services Manager 2-4 years $67,500
Senior-Level Level Academic Services Manager 5-8 years $71,186
Expert Level Academic Services Manager over 8 years $71,689

Top Paying Cities for Academic Services 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: $88,308
  • San Francisco: $87,341
  • Oakland: $85,500

Academic Services Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Services Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Academic Services Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Academic Services Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Academic Services Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $84,016 $40.0 20%
Biotechnology $80,515 $39.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $79,815 $38.0 14%
Energy & Utilities $78,415 $38.0 12%
Internet $77,015 $37.0 10%

How Education impacts an Academic Services Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Academic Services Manager professionals enter the field with a high school 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 Academic Services Manager with a high school is between $60,329 and $64,664.

Academic Services Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Academic Services Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 13.3%
High School 30%
Associate's Degree 23.3%
Bachelor's Degree 30%
Master's Degree or MBA 3.3%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Academic Services Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Services 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
$62,320
Average $70,013/year
$82,079
$5,193
Average $5,834/month
$6,840
$1,198
Average $1,346/week
$1,578
$30
Average $34/hour
$39
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $82,079 $6,840 $1,578 $39
Average $70,013 $5,834 $1,346 $34
25th Percentile $62,320 $5,193 $1,198 $30

Most common benefits for Academic Services Manager

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

Common company salaries for Academic Services Manager

Here are companies hiring for Academic Services Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Academic Services Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Academic Services Manager?

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

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