Assistant Plan Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Plan Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Plan Manager in the United States is $47,549 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,857
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,921 to $53,991
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,707

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Plan Manager Salaries

An Assistant Plan 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 Plan Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Plan 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): $46,206
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $51,981
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,852
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $79,694
  • Expert (over 8 years): $91,528
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Assistant Plan Manager less than 1 year $46,206
Sales Assistant II 1-2 years $51,981
Sales Assistant III 2-4 years $59,852
Sales Assistant Team Leader 5-8 years $79,694
Sales Support Supervisor over 8 years $91,528

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Plan 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: $59,973
  • San Francisco: $59,316
  • Oakland: $58,066

Assistant Plan Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Plan Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Plan Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Plan Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Plan Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $57,058 $27.0 20%
Financial Services $57,058 $27.0 20%
Pharmaceuticals $57,058 $27.0 20%
Software & Networking $57,058 $27.0 20%
Telecom $57,058 $27.0 20%

How Education impacts an Assistant Plan Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Plan 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 Assistant Plan Manager with a high school is between $44,054 and $47,102.

Assistant Plan Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Plan Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.7%
High School 15.8%
Associate's Degree 9.1%
Bachelor's Degree 69.2%
Master's Degree or MBA 5.2%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

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

Understanding how an Assistant Plan 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 August 01, 2026
$42,921
Average $47,549/year
$53,991
$3,577
Average $3,962/month
$4,499
$825
Average $914/week
$1,038
$21
Average $23/hour
$26
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $53,991 $4,499 $1,038 $26
Average $47,549 $3,962 $914 $23
25th Percentile $42,921 $3,577 $825 $21

Most common benefits for Assistant Plan Manager

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

Common company salaries for Assistant Plan Manager

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

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FAQ about Assistant Plan Manager

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

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

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