Account Manager - Client Relations Salary in the United States

How much does an Account Manager - Client Relations make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Manager - Client Relations in the United States is $105,192 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,738
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,121 to $117,517
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,130

Key Factors That Influence Account Manager - Client Relations Salaries

An Account Manager - Client Relations'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 Manager - Client Relations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account Manager - Client Relations'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): $67,539
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $81,211
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,624
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,488
  • Expert (over 8 years): $160,832
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Account Manager I less than 1 year $67,539
Account Manager II 1-2 years $81,211
Account Manager - Client Relations 2-4 years $102,624
Account Manager IV 5-8 years $129,488
Account Manager V over 8 years $160,832

Top Paying Cities for Account Manager - Client Relations

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: $132,679
  • San Francisco: $131,226
  • Oakland: $128,460

Account Manager - Client Relations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account Manager - Client Relations 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 Energy & Utilities and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Account Manager - Client Relations positions in Financial Services or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account Manager - Client Relations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account Manager - Client Relations

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $136,750 $66.0 30%
Insurance $131,490 $63.0 25%
Software & Networking $126,230 $61.0 20%
Healthcare $120,971 $58.0 15%
Business Services $115,711 $56.0 10%

How Education impacts an Account Manager - Client Relations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Account Manager - Client Relations professionals enter the field with a Associate'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 Account Manager - Client Relations with a Associate's is between $99,900 and $108,526.

Account Manager - Client Relations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Account Manager - Client Relations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.7%
High School 10.2%
Associate's Degree 7.5%
Bachelor's Degree 65.7%
Master's Degree or MBA 15.4%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.5%

Account Manager - Client Relations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Account Manager - Client Relations'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
$93,121
Average $105,192/year
$117,517
$7,760
Average $8,766/month
$9,793
$1,791
Average $2,023/week
$2,260
$45
Average $51/hour
$56
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $117,517 $9,793 $2,260 $56
Average $105,192 $8,766 $2,023 $51
25th Percentile $93,121 $7,760 $1,791 $45

Most common benefits for Account Manager - Client Relations

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

Common company salaries for Account Manager - Client Relations

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FAQ about Account Manager - Client Relations

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Account Manager - Client Relations?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Account Manager - Client Relations roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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