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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a 3rd party manager in Georgia is $80,095 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.
However, a 3rd party manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $93,193 | $7,766 | $1,792 | $45 |
| Average | $80,095 | $6,675 | $1,540 | $39 |
| 25th Percentile | $69,881 | $5,823 | $1,344 | $34 |
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A 3rd party 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a 3rd party 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 3rd party manager | $73,548 |
| Intermediate Level 3rd party manager | $74,006 |
| Senior Level 3rd party manager | $79,186 |
| Specialist Level 3rd party manager | $81,369 |
| Expert Level 3rd party manager | $81,914 |
What Am I Worth?
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 3rd party managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For 3rd party manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, 3rd party manager positions in Insurance or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view 3rd party manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $120,143 | $58.0 | 50% |
| Business Services | $96,114 | $46.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a 3rd party 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $93,193 | $7,766 | $1,792 | $45 |
| Average | $80,095 | $6,675 | $1,540 | $39 |
| 25th Percentile | $69,881 | $5,823 | $1,344 | $34 |
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