Pool Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Pool Manager make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pool Manager in the United States is $47,490 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,215
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,226 to $52,057
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,613
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Wage
75th Percentile $52,057 $4,338 $1,001 $25
Average $47,490 $3,958 $913 $23
25th Percentile $40,226 $3,352 $774 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Pool Manager Salaries

A Pool 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 Pool Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pool 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): $44,780
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $45,105
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,189
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $47,490
  • Expert (over 8 years): $48,649
Levels Salary
Entry Level Pool Manager$44,780
Intermediate Level Pool Manager$45,105
Senior Level Pool Manager$46,189
Specialist Level Pool Manager$47,490
Expert Level Pool Manager$48,649
$44,780 0 yr
$45,105 < 2 yrs
$46,189 2-4 yrs
$47,490 5-8 yrs
$48,649 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Pool Managers

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: $59,899
  • San Francisco: $59,310
  • Oakland: $57,995

What Skills Can Increase a Pool Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 22.41% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Retail Management (Mentioned in 0.65% Job Postings): Refers to the process of helping customers find products in your store, It includes everything from increasing your customer pool to how products are presented, and how you fulfill a customer's needs
  • Microsoft Word (Mentioned in 0.53% Job Postings): Microsoft Word or MS Word is a popular word-processing program used mainly for creating documents, such as brochures, letters, learning activities, quizzes, tests, and students' homework assignments
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Customer Service 22.41%
Retail Management 0.65%
Microsoft Word 0.53%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Pool Manager's salary.
  • Facilities Maintenance: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Fitness Training: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Managing Multiple Priorities: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Facilities Maintenance
 $57,463
21%
Fitness Training
 $54,139
14%
Managing Multiple Priorities
 $53,664
13%
Time Management
 $53,189
12%
Leadership Development
 $53,189
12%
Computer Systems
 $53,189
12%
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How Education impacts a Pool Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Pool Managers enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Pool Manager with a No Diploma is between $46,353 and $50,339).

Pool Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Pool Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 30.2%
High School 30.2%
Associates 2.3%
Bachelors 58.1%
Masters 9.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Pool Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pool 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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$40,226
Average $47,490/year
$52,057
$3,352
Average $3,958/month
$4,338
$774
Average $913/week
$1,001
$19
Average $23/hour
$25
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $52,057 $4,338 $1,001 $25
Average $47,490 $3,958 $913 $23
25th Percentile $40,226 $3,352 $774 $19

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FAQ about Pool Manager

1. Where can a Pool Manager earn the most?

A Pool 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 Pool Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Pool Manager is $59,899.

2. What is the highest pay for Pool Manager?

The highest pay for Pool Manager is $56,215.

3. What is the lowest pay for Pool Manager?

The lowest pay for Pool Manager is $33,613.

4. What are the responsibilities of Pool Manager?

Manages the daily operations of the pool area. Monitors cleanliness, safety, and ensures guest satisfaction. May be responsible for the operations of the concession area. May require a bachelor's degree. 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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