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Sales Manager Salary

Sales managers direct the distribution of goods and services by setting sales goals, analyzing data, and developing training programs for sales representatives.

Median: $130,600 Growth: 4% BLS Data

Sales Manager Salary Range

Entry Level

$65,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$100,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$175,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $61,330

25th Percentile $86,830

Median (50th) $130,600

75th Percentile $186,000

90th Percentile $208,000

Top Paying States for Sales Managers

1 New York

$175,000

2 New Jersey

$168,000

3 Delaware

$160,000

4 California

$155,000

5 Connecticut

$152,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+4%

Stable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

How Much Do Sales Managers Make?

The median annual salary for a sales manager in the United States is $130,600 as of 2026. This means half of sales managers earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $65,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $100,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $175,000

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Hourly Equivalent

Based on 2,080 work hours/year

$62/hr

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What Can a Sales Manager Afford?

Based on median salary of $130,600

Max Rent $3,249/mo

Max Car Payment $1,299/mo

Monthly Savings $1,546/mo

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