Associate Compensation Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Associate Compensation Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Compensation Manager in the United States is $139,649 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $151,547
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,039 to $145,877
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,469

Key Factors That Influence Associate Compensation Manager Salaries

An Associate Compensation 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 Associate Compensation Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Compensation 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): $126,046
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $120,866
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,352
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $174,113
  • Expert (over 8 years): $207,379
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Compensation Analyst IV less than 1 year $126,046
Compensation Supervisor 1-2 years $120,866
Associate Compensation Manager 2-4 years $138,352
Compensation Senior Manager 5-8 years $174,113
Compensation Director over 8 years $207,379

Top Paying Cities for Associate Compensation 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: $176,139
  • San Francisco: $174,211
  • Oakland: $170,539

Associate Compensation Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Compensation Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Associate Compensation Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Compensation Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Compensation Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction $160,596 $77.0 15%
Business Services $156,407 $75.0 12%
MFG Nondurable $155,010 $75.0 11%
Insurance $152,217 $73.0 9%
Aerospace & Defense $150,821 $73.0 8%

How Education impacts an Associate Compensation Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Associate Compensation Manager professionals enter the field with a Bachelor'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 Associate Compensation Manager with a Bachelor's is between $136,033 and $144,729.

Associate Compensation Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Associate Compensation Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.4%
High School 4.2%
Associate's Degree 2.5%
Bachelor's Degree 47.5%
Master's Degree or MBA 43.2%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 2.1%

Associate Compensation Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Compensation 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
$128,039
Average $139,649/year
$145,877
$10,670
Average $11,637/month
$12,156
$2,462
Average $2,686/week
$2,805
$62
Average $67/hour
$70
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $145,877 $12,156 $2,805 $70
Average $139,649 $11,637 $2,686 $67
25th Percentile $128,039 $10,670 $2,462 $62

Most common benefits for Associate Compensation Manager

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

Common company salaries for Associate Compensation Manager

Here are companies hiring for Associate Compensation Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Associate Compensation Manager Job

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FAQ about Associate Compensation Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Associate Compensation Manager?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Compensation Manager roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

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