Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder in the United States is $49,378 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,821
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,500 to $56,938
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,059

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder Salaries

An Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder'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 Store Manager/Key Holder Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder'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): $47,129
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $47,331
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,328
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $49,903
  • Expert (over 8 years): $50,113
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder less than 1 year $47,129
Early Career Level Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder 1-2 years $47,331
Mid-Level Level Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder 2-4 years $48,328
Senior-Level Level Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder 5-8 years $49,903
Expert Level Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder over 8 years $50,113

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder

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: $62,280
  • San Francisco: $61,599
  • Oakland: $60,300

Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder 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, Hospitality & Leisure, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder positions in Media typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure $59,254 $28.0 20%

How Education impacts an Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder 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 Store Manager/Key Holder with a high school is between $37,428 and $43,439.

Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 6.8%
High School 13.6%
Associate's Degree 10.2%
Bachelor's Degree 64.4%
Master's Degree or MBA 5.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder'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
$44,500
Average $49,378/year
$56,938
$3,708
Average $4,115/month
$4,745
$856
Average $950/week
$1,095
$21
Average $24/hour
$27
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $56,938 $4,745 $1,095 $27
Average $49,378 $4,115 $950 $24
25th Percentile $44,500 $3,708 $856 $21

Most common benefits for Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder

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

Common company salaries for Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder

Here are companies hiring for Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Store Manager/Key Holder roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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