Ambulatory Nurse Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Ambulatory Nurse Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ambulatory Nurse Manager in the United States is $149,883 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $188,004
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,985 to $169,837
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $127,152

Key Factors That Influence Ambulatory Nurse Manager Salaries

An Ambulatory Nurse 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 Ambulatory Nurse Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Ambulatory Nurse 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): $139,248
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $140,196
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,460
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,040
  • Expert (over 8 years): $144,620
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Ambulatory Nurse Manager less than 1 year $139,248
Early Career Level Ambulatory Nurse Manager 1-2 years $140,196
Mid-Level Level Ambulatory Nurse Manager 2-4 years $141,460
Senior-Level Level Ambulatory Nurse Manager 5-8 years $143,040
Expert Level Ambulatory Nurse Manager over 8 years $144,620

Top Paying Cities for Ambulatory Nurse 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: $189,047
  • San Francisco: $186,978
  • Oakland: $183,037

Ambulatory Nurse Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Ambulatory Nurse Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Ambulatory Nurse Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Ambulatory Nurse Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Ambulatory Nurse Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare $179,860 $86.0 20%

How Education impacts an Ambulatory Nurse Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Ambulatory Nurse Manager professionals enter the field with a Bachelor'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 Ambulatory Nurse Manager with a Bachelor's is between $135,278 and $146,585.

Ambulatory Nurse Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Ambulatory Nurse Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 4.4%
High School 4.4%
Associate's Degree 2.9%
Bachelor's Degree 17.6%
Master's Degree or MBA 66.2%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 8.8%

Ambulatory Nurse Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Ambulatory Nurse 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
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$137,985
Average $149,883/year
$169,837
$11,499
Average $12,490/month
$14,153
$2,654
Average $2,882/week
$3,266
$66
Average $72/hour
$82
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $169,837 $14,153 $3,266 $82
Average $149,883 $12,490 $2,882 $72
25th Percentile $137,985 $11,499 $2,654 $66

Most common benefits for Ambulatory Nurse Manager

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

Common company salaries for Ambulatory Nurse Manager

Here are companies hiring for Ambulatory Nurse Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Ambulatory Nurse Manager Job

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    Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Ambulatory Nurse Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Ambulatory Nurse Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Ambulatory Nurse Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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