Admin & Office Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Admin & Office Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Admin & Office Manager in the United States is $84,832 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,939
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,419 to $95,880
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,670

Key Factors That Influence Admin & Office Manager Salaries

An Admin & Office 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 Admin & Office Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Admin & Office 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): $96,836
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $72,202
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $82,530
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,983
  • Expert (over 8 years): $129,053
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Office Services Professional IV less than 1 year $96,836
Office Supervisor 1-2 years $72,202
Admin & Office Manager 2-4 years $82,530
Office Manager, Senior 5-8 years $94,983
Administrative Manager over 8 years $129,053

Top Paying Cities for Admin & Office 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: $106,998
  • San Francisco: $105,827
  • Oakland: $103,596

Admin & Office Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Admin & Office 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 Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Admin & Office Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Admin & Office Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Admin & Office Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $101,798 $49.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $100,101 $48.0 18%
Energy & Utilities $97,556 $47.0 15%
Chemicals $93,315 $45.0 10%
Internet $93,315 $45.0 10%

How Education impacts an Admin & Office Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Admin & Office 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 Admin & Office Manager with a high school is between $80,719 and $85,679.

Admin & Office Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Admin & Office Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 1%
High School 36.2%
Associate's Degree 20%
Bachelor's Degree 37.1%
Master's Degree or MBA 5.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.2%

Admin & Office Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Admin & Office 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
$77,419
Average $84,832/year
$95,880
$6,452
Average $7,069/month
$7,990
$1,489
Average $1,631/week
$1,844
$37
Average $41/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $95,880 $7,990 $1,844 $46
Average $84,832 $7,069 $1,631 $41
25th Percentile $77,419 $6,452 $1,489 $37

Most common benefits for Admin & Office Manager

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

Common company salaries for Admin & Office Manager

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FAQ about Admin & Office Manager

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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Admin & Office Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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