Assistant Factory Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Factory Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Factory Manager in the United States is $43,715 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,210
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,582 to $48,685
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,820

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Factory Manager Salaries

An Assistant Factory 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 Factory Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Factory 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): $41,921
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $42,817
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $44,750
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $44,957
  • Expert (over 8 years): $45,095
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Factory Manager less than 1 year $41,921
Early Career Level Assistant Factory Manager 1-2 years $42,817
Mid-Level Level Assistant Factory Manager 2-4 years $44,750
Senior-Level Level Assistant Factory Manager 5-8 years $44,957
Expert Level Assistant Factory Manager over 8 years $45,095

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Factory 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: $55,137
  • San Francisco: $54,534
  • Oakland: $53,384

Assistant Factory Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Factory 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, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Factory Manager positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Factory Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Factory Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $52,458 $25.0 20%

How Education impacts an Assistant Factory Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Factory 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 Factory Manager with a Associate's is between $45,040 and $47,788.

Assistant Factory Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Factory Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.7%
High School 78.4%
Associate's Degree 14.5%
Bachelor's Degree 5.9%
Master's Degree or MBA 0.4%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.2%

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

Understanding how an Assistant Factory 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
$39,582
Average $43,715/year
$48,685
$3,299
Average $3,643/month
$4,057
$761
Average $841/week
$936
$19
Average $21/hour
$23
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $48,685 $4,057 $936 $23
Average $43,715 $3,643 $841 $21
25th Percentile $39,582 $3,299 $761 $19

Most common benefits for Assistant Factory Manager

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

Common company salaries for Assistant Factory Manager

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

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FAQ about Assistant Factory Manager

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

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Factory Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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