Account & Event Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Account & Event Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account & Event Manager in the United States is $158,826 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,815
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $146,940 to $167,195
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $136,118

Key Factors That Influence Account & Event Manager Salaries

An Account & Event 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 Account & Event Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account & Event 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): $100,234
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $126,464
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $157,082
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $104,166
  • Expert (over 8 years): $127,158
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Account Manager III less than 1 year $100,234
Account Manager IV 1-2 years $126,464
Account & Event Manager 2-4 years $157,082
Account Management Supervisor 5-8 years $104,166
Account Management Manager over 8 years $127,158

Top Paying Cities for Account & Event 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: $200,327
  • San Francisco: $198,134
  • Oakland: $193,958

Account & Event Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account & Event Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 115% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Account & Event Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account & Event Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account & Event Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $214,415 $103.0 35%
Pharmaceuticals $206,474 $99.0 30%
Biotechnology $198,533 $95.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $190,591 $92.0 20%
Aerospace & Defense $182,650 $88.0 15%

How Education impacts an Account & Event Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Account & Event 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 Account & Event Manager with a high school is between $148,380 and $160,277.

Account & Event Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Account & Event Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.5%
High School 10.7%
Associate's Degree 6.9%
Bachelor's Degree 60.4%
Master's Degree or MBA 20.6%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.8%

Account & Event Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Account & Event 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 September 01, 2026
$146,940
Average $158,826/year
$167,195
$12,245
Average $13,236/month
$13,933
$2,826
Average $3,054/week
$3,215
$71
Average $76/hour
$80
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $167,195 $13,933 $3,215 $80
Average $158,826 $13,236 $3,054 $76
25th Percentile $146,940 $12,245 $2,826 $71

Most common benefits for Account & Event Manager

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

Common company salaries for Account & Event Manager

Here are companies hiring for Account & Event Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Account & Event Manager

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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Account & Event Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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