Community Support Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Community Support Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Community Support Manager in the United States is $111,178 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,724
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,478 to $123,503
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,557

Key Factors That Influence Community Support Manager Salaries

A Community Support 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 Community Support Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Community Support 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): $119,886
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $152,769
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,610
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $156,830
  • Expert (over 8 years): $184,815
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Community Relations Specialist IV less than 1 year $119,886
Community Relations Specialist V 1-2 years $152,769
Community Support Manager 2-4 years $108,610
Community Relations Senior Manager 5-8 years $156,830
Community Relations Director over 8 years $184,815

Top Paying Cities for Community Support 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: $140,229
  • San Francisco: $138,693
  • Oakland: $135,771

Community Support Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Community Support 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 Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Community Support Manager positions in Aerospace & Defense or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Community Support Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Community Support Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $133,414 $64.0 20%
Healthcare $127,855 $61.0 15%
Software & Networking $124,519 $60.0 12%
Financial Services $122,296 $59.0 10%
Media $120,072 $58.0 8%

How Education impacts a Community Support Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Community Support 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 a Community Support Manager with a Associate's is between $106,290 and $116,033.

Community Support Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Community Support Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 5.7%
High School 5.7%
Associate's Degree 4.1%
Bachelor's Degree 61.7%
Master's Degree or MBA 27.6%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.8%

Community Support Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Community Support 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
$102,478
Average $111,178/year
$123,503
$8,540
Average $9,265/month
$10,292
$1,971
Average $2,138/week
$2,375
$49
Average $53/hour
$59
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $123,503 $10,292 $2,375 $59
Average $111,178 $9,265 $2,138 $53
25th Percentile $102,478 $8,540 $1,971 $49

Most common benefits for Community Support Manager

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

Common company salaries for Community Support Manager

Here are companies hiring for Community Support Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Community Support Manager Job

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    PMI Centerline | Columbus, OH

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    COhatch | Columbus, OH

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    Capital Property Solutions | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Community Support Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Community Support Manager?

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

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