Engineer Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Engineer Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Engineer Manager in the United States is $154,812 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,697
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,989 to $163,127
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,493

Key Factors That Influence Engineer Manager Salaries

An Engineer 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 Engineer Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Engineer 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): $84,205
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $125,743
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $153,080
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $176,301
  • Expert (over 8 years): $196,976
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Engineering Supervisor less than 1 year $84,205
Engineering Senior Supervisor 1-2 years $125,743
Engineer Manager 2-4 years $153,080
Engineering Senior Manager 5-8 years $176,301
Engineering Director over 8 years $196,976

Top Paying Cities for Engineer 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: $195,264
  • San Francisco: $193,126
  • Oakland: $189,056

Engineer Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Engineer Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Engineer Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Engineer Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Engineer Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $208,996 $100.0 35%
Financial Services $201,256 $97.0 30%
Energy & Utilities $185,774 $89.0 20%
Biotechnology $178,034 $86.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $178,034 $86.0 15%

How Education impacts an Engineer Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Engineer 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 Engineer Manager with a Bachelor's is between $147,146 and $155,639.

Engineer Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Engineer Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.2%
High School 2.7%
Associate's Degree 3.3%
Bachelor's Degree 43.7%
Master's Degree or MBA 42.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 8%

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

Understanding how an Engineer 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
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$139,989
Average $154,812/year
$163,127
$11,666
Average $12,901/month
$13,594
$2,692
Average $2,977/week
$3,137
$67
Average $74/hour
$78
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $163,127 $13,594 $3,137 $78
Average $154,812 $12,901 $2,977 $74
25th Percentile $139,989 $11,666 $2,692 $67

Most common benefits for Engineer Manager

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

Common company salaries for Engineer Manager

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

Find Your Next Engineer Manager Job

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FAQ about Engineer Manager

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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Engineer Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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