Performance Management Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Performance Management Specialist make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Performance Management Specialist in the United States is $117,220 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Performance Management Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,513
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,315 to $126,795
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,297
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Performance Management Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $126,795 $10,566 $2,438 $61
Average $117,220 $9,768 $2,254 $56
25th Percentile $107,315 $8,943 $2,064 $52
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Key Factors That Influence Performance Management Specialist Salaries

A Performance Management Specialist'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 Performance Management Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Performance Management Specialist'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): $111,991
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $112,745
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,952
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,461
  • Expert (over 8 years): $117,924
Levels Salary
Entry Level Performance Management Specialist$111,991
Intermediate Level Performance Management Specialist$112,745
Senior Level Performance Management Specialist$113,952
Specialist Level Performance Management Specialist$115,461
Expert Level Performance Management Specialist$117,924
$111,991 0 yr
$112,745 < 2 yrs
$113,952 2-4 yrs
$115,461 5-8 yrs
$117,924 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Performance Management Specialists

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: $147,850
  • San Francisco: $146,396
  • Oakland: $143,149

Performance Management Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Performance Management Specialist'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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Average $117,220/year
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75th Percentile $126,795 $10,566 $2,438 $61
Average $117,220 $9,768 $2,254 $56
25th Percentile $107,315 $8,943 $2,064 $52

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Salary Trends for Performance Management Specialist

Salaries for a Performance Management Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $108,078 in 2023 to around $107,463 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Performance Management Specialist salary trends, .

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