As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Area Construction Manager in the United States is $87,540 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.
However, an Area Construction Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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An Area Construction 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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Area Construction 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Area Construction Manager | $86,437 |
| Intermediate Level Area Construction Manager | $87,249 |
| Senior Level Area Construction Manager | $88,702 |
| Specialist Level Area Construction Manager | $88,992 |
| Expert Level Area Construction Manager | $89,186 |
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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 Area Construction Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Demanded Skills for the Role:
| Skills | Demand Percentage |
|---|---|
| Project Management | 7.92% |
| RFI | 2.78% |
| Land Development | 1.41% |
| Skill | Salary | Salary % Increase |
|---|---|---|
|
Electrical Engineering
|
$97,169 |
11%
|
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Project Engineering
|
$94,543 |
8%
|
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RFI
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$94,543 |
8%
|
|
Verbal Communication
|
$94,543 |
8%
|
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Coordination
|
$93,668 |
7%
|
|
Design Engineering
|
$93,668 |
7%
|
Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Area Construction Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.
According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Area Construction Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $80,211 and $90,038).
Area Construction Manager Salaries by Degree Level
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.3% |
| High School | 3.4% |
| Associates | 4.5% |
| Bachelors | 75.3% |
| Masters | 16.6% |
| Doctorate | 0.0% |
Understanding how an Area Construction 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 January 01, 2026Salaries for an Area Construction Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $75,033 in 2023 to around $74,463 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Area Construction Manager salary trends, .
| Year | Average Annual Salary |
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| 2022 |
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| 2023 | $75,033 |
| 2024 | $75,244 |
| 2025 | $74,463 |
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