Assistant Route Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Route Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Route Manager in the United States is $85,319 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,778
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,512 to $98,645
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,404

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Route Manager Salaries

An Assistant Route 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 Route Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Route 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): $79,976
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $80,284
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,003
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,824
  • Expert (over 8 years): $83,839
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Route Manager less than 1 year $79,976
Early Career Level Assistant Route Manager 1-2 years $80,284
Mid-Level Level Assistant Route Manager 2-4 years $81,003
Senior-Level Level Assistant Route Manager 5-8 years $81,824
Expert Level Assistant Route Manager over 8 years $83,839

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Route 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: $107,613
  • San Francisco: $106,435
  • Oakland: $104,192

Assistant Route Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Route Manager 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 Transportation and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Route Manager positions in Telecom or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Route Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Route Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Transportation $127,979 $62.0 50%
Software & Networking $123,713 $59.0 45%
Pharmaceuticals $119,447 $57.0 40%
MFG Durable $115,181 $55.0 35%
Internet $110,915 $53.0 30%

How Education impacts an Assistant Route Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Route 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 Route Manager with a Associate's is between $82,316 and $91,033.

Assistant Route Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Route Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 50%
High School 50%
Associate's Degree 11.5%
Bachelor's Degree 23.1%
Master's Degree or MBA 15.4%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

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

Understanding how an Assistant Route 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.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$77,512
Average $85,319/year
$98,645
$6,459
Average $7,110/month
$8,220
$1,491
Average $1,641/week
$1,897
$37
Average $41/hour
$47
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $98,645 $8,220 $1,897 $47
Average $85,319 $7,110 $1,641 $41
25th Percentile $77,512 $6,459 $1,491 $37

Most common benefits for Assistant Route Manager

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

Common company salaries for Assistant Route Manager

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

Find Your Next Assistant Route Manager Job

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    PacSun | Columbus, OH

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    Chicken Salad Chick - 02 | Columbus, OH

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    Jason's Deli | Columbus, OH

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  • Jimmy John's | Columbus, OH

    Jimmy John's | Columbus, OH

    Jimmy John's - 325 East Long Street - Responsibilities: Manages a staff of approximately three to 15 employees. Provides on-the-job training for all employ... more

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  • Twin Peaks | Columbus, OH

    Twin Peaks | Columbus, OH

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    7 Days Ago

  • Nordstrom | Columbus, OH

    Nordstrom | Columbus, OH

    Nordstrom - - Responsibilities: Recruit, hire, train, and develop store team. Help achieve department sales and productivity goals. Coach on customer servi... more

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FAQ about Assistant Route Manager

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

The Transportation industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Route Manager roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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