Pizza Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pizza Manager in the United States is $36,367 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $41,920
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $33,864 to $39,273
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,586
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View as table View as graph 25% $33,864 10% $31,586 90% $41,920 75% $39,273 $36,367 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Pizza Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $39,273 $3,273 $755 $19
Average $36,367 $3,031 $699 $17
25th Percentile $33,864 $2,822 $651 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Pizza Manager Salaries

A Pizza 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 Pizza Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pizza 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): $36,888
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $40,833
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $45,090
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,786
  • Expert (over 8 years): $64,881
Levels Salary
Pizza Man... Level Pizza Manager$36,888
Returns C... Level Pizza Manager$40,833
Returns C... Level Pizza Manager$45,090
Returns S... Level Pizza Manager$57,786
Returns M... Level Pizza Manager$64,881
$36,888 0 yr
$40,833 < 2 yrs
$45,090 2-4 yrs
$57,786 5-8 yrs
$64,881 > 8 yrs
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How Do Pizza Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Pizza Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $40,265.
  • California: $40,112.
  • Massachusetts: $39,578.

Top Paying Cities for Pizza 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: $45,869
  • San Francisco: $45,367
  • Oakland: $44,411

What Skills Can Increase a Pizza Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 17.21% 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.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.43% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.62% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 17.21%
Microsoft Office 2.43%
Data Entry 1.62%
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 Pizza Manager's salary.
  • Data Warehouse: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Safety Standards: Can increase your salary by up to 18%.
  • Returns Processing: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Data Warehouse
$42,912
18%
Safety Standards
$42,912
18%
Returns Processing
$41,458
14%
Customer Service
$38,548
6%
Integrity
$38,185
5%
Warehouse Management
$37,457
3%
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Pizza Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pizza Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Pizza Manager positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pizza Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Pizza Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$43,640$21.020%

How Education impacts a Pizza Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Pizza 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 Pizza Manager with a No Diploma is between $35,896 and $38,357).

Pizza Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Pizza Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.7%
High School 16.7%
Associates 0.0%
Bachelors 83.3%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Pizza Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pizza 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Pizza Manager

Salaries for a Pizza Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $38,244 in 2023 to around $37,582 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Pizza Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Pizza Manager Over Time

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$38,244
2024
$37,886
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  • California Pizza Kitchen

    Columbus, OH

    California Pizza Kitchen | Columbus, OH

    California Pizza Kitchen - - Responsibilities: Maintain high standards for food quality and sanitation. Ensure timely preparation of pizzas and station rec... more

    8 Days Ago

  • MAMA MIMI'S CV

    Columbus, OH

    MAMA MIMI'S CV | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Join Our Team as a Grandview Pizza Maker at MAMA MIMI'S. Do you have a passion for crafting delicious, high-quality pizza... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Domino's Franchise

    Columbus, OH

    Domino's Franchise | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Company Description. Welcome to. Flyin Brian Pizza, LCC. doing business as. Domino's. Locally owned and operating stores ... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Late Night Slice

    Columbus, OH

    Late Night Slice | Columbus, OH

    Piesan (Pizza Maker) - Polaris. Columbus' Original Street Pizza is casting for Piesans at our new Polaris location. (2136 Ikea Way @The Galaxy Polaris - op... more

    12 Days Ago

  • Earl Enterprise

    Columbus, OH

    Earl Enterprise | Columbus, OH

    Earl Enterprise - 343 North Front Street - Responsibilities: Prepare high-quality menu items to specification on a fast-paced line. Maintain cleanliness an... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Late Night Slice

    Columbus, OH

    Late Night Slice | Columbus, OH

    Piesan (Pizza Maker) High and Vine. Columbus' Original Street Pizza is casting for Piesans at High and Vine. 457 N. High St. Columbus. We're looking for sp... more

    14 Days Ago

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FAQ about Pizza Manager

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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Pizza Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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