The salary of a Compliance Manager in the United States varies depending on several factors, including experience, location, education level, marketing trend and company sizes.
As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Compliance Manager in the United States is $127,705. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $114,005 to $139,397, with most professionals earning between $101,532 and $150,042.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $139,397 | $11,616 | $2,681 | $67 |
| Average | $127,705 | $10,642 | $2,456 | $61 |
| 25th Percentile | $114,005 | $9,500 | $2,192 | $55 |
An entry-level Compliance Manager with less than 1 year of experience earns about $122,593. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $123,206. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $124,638. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $126,274, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $128,927.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Compliance Manager | $122,593 |
| Intermediate Level Compliance Manager | $123,206 |
| Senior Level Compliance Manager | $124,638 |
| Specialist Level Compliance Manager | $126,274 |
| Expert Level Compliance Manager | $128,927 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 1% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of May 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Compliance Manager compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $121,747 in 2023 to approximately $122,866 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Compliance Manager salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $127,705 | 65.2% | ||
| Bonus | $14,789 | 7.6% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $10,901 | 5.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $5,985 | 3.1% | ||
| Disability | $2,850 | 1.5% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 4.3% | ||
| Pension | $7,695 | 3.9% | ||
| Time Off | $17,538 | 9.0% | ||
| Total Compensation | $195,814 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.2% |
| High School | 7.5% |
| Associates | 5.8% |
| Bachelors | 42.5% |
| Masters | 25.2% |
| Doctorate | 18.9% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Compliance Manager is $127,705. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Compliance Manager is $61; the average weekly pay of Compliance Manager is $2,456; the average monthly pay of Compliance Manager is $10,642.
A Compliance Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Compliance Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Compliance Manager is $161,074.
The highest pay for Compliance Manager is $150,042.
The lowest pay for Compliance Manager is $101,532.
Manages the compliance programs, policies, reporting, and practices for an organization or business. Ensures that all activities follow regulatory requirements related to the governance of the organization as well as any industry-specific or location-specific laws. Oversees internal controls and auditing systems that monitor and report on regulated activities and processes. Implements risk-based compliance testing of existing procedures and controls to identify, detect, and correct noncompliance. Evaluates and implements changes to compliance processes due to new or amended regulations. Delivers communication and training initiatives that inform stakeholders about compliance requirements. Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
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