Alterations Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Alterations Manager make in the United States? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Alterations Manager in the United States is $77,301 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,867
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,269 to $84,925
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,868

Key Factors That Influence Alterations Manager Salaries

An Alterations 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 Alterations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Alterations 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): $51,809
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,712
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $85,666
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $95,956
  • Expert (over 8 years): $130,354
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Assistant Residential Property Manager less than 1 year $51,809
Alterations Manager 1-2 years $75,712
Residential Property Manager II 2-4 years $85,666
Residential Property Manager III 5-8 years $95,956
Area Residential Property Manager over 8 years $130,354

Top Paying Cities for Alterations 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: $97,499
  • San Francisco: $96,432
  • Oakland: $94,399

Alterations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Alterations 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 Construction and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Alterations Manager positions in Business Services or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Alterations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Alterations Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction $100,491 $48.0 30%
Financial Services $85,031 $41.0 10%

How Education impacts an Alterations Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Alterations 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 Alterations Manager with a high school is between $69,819 and $74,341.

Alterations Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Alterations Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 2.6%
High School 42.2%
Associate's Degree 17%
Bachelor's Degree 33.5%
Master's Degree or MBA 4.3%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.4%

Alterations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Alterations 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 October 01, 2026
$70,269
Average $77,301/year
$84,925
$5,856
Average $6,442/month
$7,077
$1,351
Average $1,487/week
$1,633
$34
Average $37/hour
$41
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $84,925 $7,077 $1,633 $41
Average $77,301 $6,442 $1,487 $37
25th Percentile $70,269 $5,856 $1,351 $34

Most common benefits for Alterations Manager

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

Common company salaries for Alterations Manager

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FAQ about Alterations Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Alterations Manager?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Alterations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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