Manager, Professional Education Salary in the United States

How much does a Manager, Professional Education make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager, Professional Education in the United States is $149,435 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $171,482
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,425 to $160,975
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $116,938
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Manager, Professional Education Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $160,975 $13,415 $3,096 $77
Average $149,435 $12,453 $2,874 $72
25th Percentile $132,425 $11,035 $2,547 $64
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Key Factors That Influence Manager, Professional Education Salaries

A Manager, Professional Education'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 Do Manager, Professional Education 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 Manager, Professional Educations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $165,454.
  • California: $164,827.
  • Massachusetts: $162,630.

Top Paying Cities for Manager, Professional Educations

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: $188,482
  • San Francisco: $186,629
  • Oakland: $182,490

What Skills Can Increase a Manager, Professional Education's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 13.32% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Staff Development (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): Refers to all the policies, practices, and procedures used to develop the knowledge, skills, and competencies of staff to improve the effectiveness and efficiency both of the individual and the University.
  • Tutoring (Mentioned in 1.17% Job Postings): A Tutor is responsible for helping students learn and understand new concepts and complete assignments.
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Leadership 13.32%
Staff Development 1.89%
Tutoring 1.17%
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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 Manager, Professional Education's salary.
  • Authenticity: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • People Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Results Oriented: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Authenticity
 $177,828
19%
People Management
 $167,367
12%
Results Oriented
 $162,884
9%
Work Ethic
 $162,884
9%
Organization Development
 $159,895
7%
Patient Care
 $158,401
6%
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How Education impacts a Manager, Professional Education's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Manager, Professional Educations enter the field with a Bachelor'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 a Manager, Professional Education with a Bachelor's Degree is between $134,382 and $144,014).

Manager, Professional Education Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Manager, Professional Education
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 4.4%
Associates 3.3%
Bachelors 32.0%
Masters 49.7%
Doctorate 10.3%
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Manager, Professional Education Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manager, Professional Education'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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$132,425
Average $149,435/year
$160,975
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Average $12,453/month
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Average $2,874/week
$3,096
$64
Average $72/hour
$77
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $160,975 $13,415 $3,096 $77
Average $149,435 $12,453 $2,874 $72
25th Percentile $132,425 $11,035 $2,547 $64

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Salary Trends for Manager, Professional Education

Salaries for a Manager, Professional Education can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $148,152 in 2023 to around $148,485 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manager, Professional Education salary trends, .

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