How much does a Capital Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Capital Manager in the United States is $127,697 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,262
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,076 to $136,891
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $109,317

Key Factors That Influence Capital Manager Salaries

A Capital 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 Capital Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Capital 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): $121,850
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $122,322
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $123,423
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,681
  • Expert (over 8 years): $126,037
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Capital Manager less than 1 year $121,850
Early Career Level Capital Manager 1-2 years $122,322
Mid-Level Level Capital Manager 2-4 years $123,423
Senior-Level Level Capital Manager 5-8 years $124,681
Expert Level Capital Manager over 8 years $126,037

Top Paying Cities for Capital 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: $161,064
  • San Francisco: $159,301
  • Oakland: $155,944

Capital Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Capital Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Capital Manager positions in Business Services or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Capital Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Capital Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $153,236 $74.0 20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $140,467 $68.0 10%

How Education impacts a Capital Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Capital 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 a Capital Manager with a Bachelor's is between $113,730 and $123,320.

Capital Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Capital Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 9.8%
High School 9.8%
Associate's Degree 9.8%
Bachelor's Degree 56.1%
Master's Degree or MBA 24.4%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Capital Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Capital 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
$118,076
Average $127,697/year
$136,891
$9,840
Average $10,641/month
$11,408
$2,271
Average $2,456/week
$2,633
$57
Average $61/hour
$66
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $136,891 $11,408 $2,633 $66
Average $127,697 $10,641 $2,456 $61
25th Percentile $118,076 $9,840 $2,271 $57

Most common benefits for Capital Manager

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

Common company salaries for Capital Manager

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    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Coury Hospitality | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Capital Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Capital Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Capital Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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