Functional Safety Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Functional Safety Manager make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Functional Safety Manager in the United States is $100,415 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,555
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,142 to $112,004
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,699

Key Factors That Influence Functional Safety Manager Salaries

A Functional Safety 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Functional Safety Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Functional Safety 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): $136,977
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $89,089
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $98,001
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,183
  • Expert (over 8 years): $161,634
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Safety Representative V less than 1 year $136,977
Safety Supervisor 1-2 years $89,089
Functional Safety Manager 2-4 years $98,001
Safety Senior Manager 5-8 years $144,183
Safety Director over 8 years $161,634

Top Paying Cities for Functional Safety 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: $126,653
  • San Francisco: $125,267
  • Oakland: $122,627

Functional Safety Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Functional Safety Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 57% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 33% above the average. In contrast, Functional Safety Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Functional Safety Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Functional Safety Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $133,887 $64.0 33%
Biotechnology $124,323 $60.0 24%
Pharmaceuticals $124,323 $60.0 24%
Financial Services $119,542 $57.0 19%
Internet $114,760 $55.0 14%

Functional Safety Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Functional Safety 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.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$91,142
Average $100,415/year
$112,004
$7,595
Average $8,368/month
$9,334
$1,753
Average $1,931/week
$2,154
$44
Average $48/hour
$54
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $112,004 $9,334 $2,154 $54
Average $100,415 $8,368 $1,931 $48
25th Percentile $91,142 $7,595 $1,753 $44

Most common benefits for Functional Safety Manager

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

Common company salaries for Functional Safety Manager

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

Find Your Next Functional Safety Manager Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Functional Safety Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

  • MRINetwork Jobs | Columbus, OH

    MRINetwork Jobs | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Safety Manager Needed. Highland Consulting Group is a National Executive Recruiting firm that specializes in placing top ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • GPAC | Columbus, OH

    GPAC | Columbus, OH

    Job DescriptionOverviewWe are seeking an experienced Safety Manager in the Columbus area to oversee safety programs, field compliance, and training for hea... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Westlake | Columbus, OH

    Westlake | Columbus, OH

    Acts independently under only consultative direction from Sr. Management. Works with latitude to plan, direct, and manage the health, safety and environmen... more

    7 Days Ago

  • B&B Concrete | Columbus, OH

    B&B Concrete | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. You will provide support to the Project Staff and the Concrete Strategies safety team in an effort to execute corporate s... more

    9 Days Ago

  • B&B Concrete | Columbus, OH

    B&B Concrete | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. General Description. As a Sr. Site Safety Manager, you will provide support to the Project Staff and the Concrete Strateg... more

    9 Days Ago

  • AWP Safety | Columbus, OH

    AWP Safety | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Company Description. AWP Safety is North America’s leading traffic control and work zone safety partner, protecting the c... more

    9 Days Ago

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FAQ about Functional Safety Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Functional Safety Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Functional Safety Manager roles, with salaries approximately 33% above the market median.

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