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Asset Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Asset Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Asset Manager in the United States is $125,610 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,350
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,523 to $140,130
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,698
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Asset Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $140,130 $11,678 $2,695 $67
Average $125,610 $10,468 $2,416 $60
25th Percentile $111,523 $9,294 $2,145 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Asset Manager Salaries

An Asset 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Asset Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Asset 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): $157,885
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $113,044
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,542
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,317
  • Expert (over 8 years): $171,702
Levels Salary
Asset Man... Level Asset Manager$157,885
Asset Man... Level Asset Manager$113,044
Asset Man... Level Asset Manager$124,542
Asset Man... Level Asset Manager$149,317
Asset Man... Level Asset Manager$171,702
$157,885 0 yr
$113,044 < 2 yrs
$124,542 2-4 yrs
$149,317 5-8 yrs
$171,702 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Asset 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: $158,432
  • San Francisco: $156,697
  • Oakland: $153,395

What Skills Can Increase an Asset Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.41% 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.
  • CMMS (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): A computerized maintenance management system, also known as a computerized maintenance management information system, is any software package that maintains a computer database of information about an organization's maintenance operations.
  • Data Storage (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Data storage refers to magnetic, optical or mechanical media that records and preserves digital information for ongoing or future operations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.41%
CMMS 1.47%
Data Storage 1.47%
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 an Asset Manager's salary.
  • Data Storage: Can increase your salary by up to 40%.
  • Active Listening: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Listening: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Data Storage
 $175,854
40%
Active Listening
 $151,988
21%
Listening
 $139,427
11%
Sense Of Urgency
 $135,659
8%
Construction Management
 $134,403
7%
Self Motivation
 $134,403
7%
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Asset Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Asset Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Asset Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Asset Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Asset Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$163,293$79.030%
Financial Services$157,012$75.025%
Internet$150,732$72.020%
Chemicals$144,452$69.015%
Aerospace & Defense$138,171$66.010%

Asset Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Asset 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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$111,523
Average $125,610/year
$140,130
$9,294
Average $10,468/month
$11,678
$2,145
Average $2,416/week
$2,695
$54
Average $60/hour
$67
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $140,130 $11,678 $2,695 $67
Average $125,610 $10,468 $2,416 $60
25th Percentile $111,523 $9,294 $2,145 $54

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Salary Trends for Asset Manager

Salaries for an Asset Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $114,239 in 2023 to around $114,756 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Asset Manager salary trends, .

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  • J. C. Penney

    Columbus, OH

    SC Asset Protect Team Member

    J. C. Penney | Columbus, OH

    J. C. Penney - - Responsibilities: Conducts surveillance of associates and contractors to identify theft, fraud, or violence. Maintains shrinkage awareness... more

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  • Hired by Matrix

    Columbus, OH

    Asset Movement Team Associate

    Hired by Matrix | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. At-a-Glance. Are you ready to build your career by joining a global financial institution. If so, our client is hiring an... more

    5 Days Ago

  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Vice President Investment and Asset Management

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Vice President, Investment and Asset Management. About the Company. Accomplished company in the real estate industry. Industry. Real Estate. Type. Privatel... more

    1 Month Ago

  • Chase

    Columbus, OH

    Asset Management

    Chase | Columbus, OH

    Financial Advisor Services Analyst. Our Sales teams help our clients build stronger portfolios, for institutions, intermediaries and individuals alike. Our... more

    3 Days Ago

  • JPMorgan Chase

    Columbus, OH

    Asset Management Product Summer Analyst Program

    JPMorgan Chase | Columbus, OH

    Summer Analyst In The 2027 Asset Management Product Program. Are you curious about portfolio management and investment strategies. We're looking for energe... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Macy's Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    Asset Protection Detective Easton

    Macy's Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Macy's Inc. 4141 Brighton Rose Way - Responsibilities: Use surveillance techniques to help identify and apprehend individuals who shoplift and dishonest em... more

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FAQ about Asset Manager

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

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Asset Manager roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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