Assistant Manager, Exhibits Salary in California

How much does an Assistant Manager, Exhibits make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Manager, Exhibits in California is $64,348 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,362
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,038 to $72,207
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,383

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Manager, Exhibits Salaries

An Assistant Manager, Exhibits'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Manager, Exhibits Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Manager, Exhibits'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): $48,412
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $54,467
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $62,710
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,507
  • Expert (over 8 years): $95,888
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Sales Assistant I less than 1 year $48,412
Sales Assistant II 1-2 years $54,467
Assistant Manager, Exhibits 2-4 years $62,710
Sales Assistant Team Leader 5-8 years $83,507
Sales Support Supervisor over 8 years $95,888

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Manager, Exhibits

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:

  • Los Angeles: $64,458
  • West Hollywood: $64,412
  • Dodgertown: $64,458

Assistant Manager, Exhibits Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Manager, Exhibits roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Manager, Exhibits positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Manager, Exhibits as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Manager, Exhibits

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $96,521 $46.0 50%

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

Understanding how an Assistant Manager, Exhibits'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.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$57,038
Average $64,348/year
$72,207
$4,753
Average $5,362/month
$6,017
$1,097
Average $1,237/week
$1,389
$27
Average $31/hour
$35
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $72,207 $6,017 $1,389 $35
Average $64,348 $5,362 $1,237 $31
25th Percentile $57,038 $4,753 $1,097 $27

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