Assistant Control Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Control Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Control Manager in the United States is $116,399 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,113
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,360 to $119,390
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,220

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Control Manager Salaries

An Assistant Control 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 Assistant Control Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Control 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): $140,501
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,419
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,776
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,286
  • Expert (over 8 years): $177,121
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Contracts Administrator V less than 1 year $140,501
Contracts Administration Supervisor 1-2 years $94,419
Assistant Control Manager 2-4 years $115,776
Contracts Administration Manager 5-8 years $132,286
Contracts Administration Director over 8 years $177,121

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Control 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: $146,814
  • San Francisco: $145,207
  • Oakland: $142,146

Assistant Control Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Control 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 Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Control Manager positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Control Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Control Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $139,679 $67.0 20%

How Education impacts an Assistant Control Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Control Manager 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 Assistant Control Manager with a Associate's is between $109,965 and $119,621.

Assistant Control Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Control Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 9.6%
High School 9.6%
Associate's Degree 9.6%
Bachelor's Degree 17.3%
Master's Degree or MBA 34.6%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 28.8%

Assistant Control Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Control 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 August 01, 2026
$106,360
Average $116,399/year
$119,390
$8,863
Average $9,700/month
$9,949
$2,045
Average $2,238/week
$2,296
$51
Average $56/hour
$57
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $119,390 $9,949 $2,296 $57
Average $116,399 $9,700 $2,238 $56
25th Percentile $106,360 $8,863 $2,045 $51

Most common benefits for Assistant Control Manager

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

Common company salaries for Assistant Control Manager

Here are companies hiring for Assistant Control Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Assistant Control Manager Job

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    Twin Peaks | Columbus, OH

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    Jason's Deli | Columbus, OH

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    The Tile Shop | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Assistant Control Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Control Manager?

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

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