Account Relations Manager Salary in California

How much does an Account Relations Manager make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Relations Manager in California is $111,889 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,638
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,597 to $130,078
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,585

Key Factors That Influence Account Relations Manager Salaries

An Account Relations 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Account Relations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account Relations 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): $94,393
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $108,101
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $139,482
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $165,415
  • Expert (over 8 years): $156,696
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Business Banking Relationship Manager I less than 1 year $94,393
Account Relations Manager 1-2 years $108,101
Business Banking Relationship Manager III 2-4 years $139,482
Business Banking Relationship Manager IV 5-8 years $165,415
Business Banking Relationship Group Manager over 8 years $156,696

Top Paying Cities for Account Relations 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:

  • Los Angeles: $112,082
  • West Hollywood: $112,001
  • Dodgertown: $112,081

Account Relations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account Relations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 130% (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 70% above the average. In contrast, Account Relations Manager positions in Insurance or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account Relations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account Relations Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $190,212 $91.0 70%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $123,078 $59.0 10%

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

Understanding how an Account Relations 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.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$97,597
Average $111,889/year
$130,078
$8,133
Average $9,324/month
$10,840
$1,877
Average $2,152/week
$2,501
$47
Average $54/hour
$63
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $130,078 $10,840 $2,501 $63
Average $111,889 $9,324 $2,152 $54
25th Percentile $97,597 $8,133 $1,877 $47

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