Aquatic Facilities Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Aquatic Facilities Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aquatic Facilities Manager in the United States is $62,979 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,572
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,732 to $70,094
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,045
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Aquatic Facilities Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $70,094 $5,841 $1,348 $34
Average $62,979 $5,248 $1,211 $30
25th Percentile $56,732 $4,728 $1,091 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Aquatic Facilities Manager Salaries

An Aquatic Facilities 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.

How Experience Level Affects Aquatic Facilities Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aquatic Facilities 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): $82,080
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $61,497
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $80,316
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $93,371
  • Expert (over 8 years): $294,023
Levels Salary
Retail Br... Level Aquatic Facilities Manager$82,080
Aquatic F... Level Aquatic Facilities Manager$61,497
Branch Se... Level Aquatic Facilities Manager$80,316
Regional ... Level Aquatic Facilities Manager$93,371
VP of Ret... Level Aquatic Facilities Manager$294,023
$82,080 0 yr
$61,497 < 2 yrs
$80,316 2-4 yrs
$93,371 5-8 yrs
$294,023 > 8 yrs
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How Do Aquatic Facilities Manager 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 Aquatic Facilities Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,730.
  • California: $69,466.
  • Massachusetts: $68,540.

Top Paying Cities for Aquatic Facilities 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: $79,436
  • San Francisco: $78,566
  • Oakland: $76,910

What Skills Can Increase an Aquatic Facilities Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.86% 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.
  • Microsoft Word (Mentioned in 1.73% Job Postings): Microsoft Word or MS Word is a popular word-processing program used mainly for creating documents, such as brochures, letters, learning activities, quizzes, tests, and students' homework assignments
  • Retail Banking (Mentioned in 1.44% Job Postings): Retail banking, also known as consumer banking, is the provision of services by a bank to the general public, rather than to companies, corporations or other banks, which are often described as wholesale banking. Banking services which are regarded as retail include provision of savings and transactional accounts, mortgages, personal loans, debit cards, and credit cards. Retail banking is also distinguished from investment banking or commercial banking. It may also refer to a division or department of a bank which deals with individual customers. In the U.S., the term commercial bank is used for a normal bank to distinguish it from an investment bank. After the Great Depression, the Glass–Steagall Act restricted normal banks to banking activities, and investment banks were limited to engaging capital market activities. That distinction was repealed in the 1990s. Commercial bank can also refer to a bank or a division of a bank that deals mostly with deposits and loans from corporations or large businesses, as opposed to individual members of the public (retail banking).
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.86%
Microsoft Word 1.73%
Retail Banking 1.44%
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 Aquatic Facilities Manager's salary.
  • Dedication: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Dedication
$76,835
22%
Analysis
$68,017
8%
Coordination
$68,017
8%
Client Service
$66,758
6%
Time Management
$65,498
4%
Microsoft Office
$65,498
4%
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Aquatic Facilities Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aquatic Facilities Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Aquatic Facilities Manager positions in Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Aquatic Facilities Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Aquatic Facilities Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services$75,575$36.020%

How Education impacts an Aquatic Facilities Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Aquatic Facilities 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 Aquatic Facilities Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $63,315 and $67,654).

Aquatic Facilities Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Aquatic Facilities Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 23.7%
High School 23.7%
Associates 15.8%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 10.5%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Aquatic Facilities Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aquatic Facilities 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Aquatic Facilities Manager

Salaries for an Aquatic Facilities Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $66,142 in 2023 to around $65,772 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Aquatic Facilities Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Aquatic Facilities Manager Over Time

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$66,142
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$66,608
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  • Triple Shift Entertainment

    Columbus, OH

    Triple Shift Entertainment | Columbus, OH

    Facilities C Mechanic. At Triple Shift Entertainment we're proud to embrace the core values of Spirit, Courage, Respect, Own It, and Excellence. As a Facil... more

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  • RR Donnelley

    Columbus, OH

    RR Donnelley | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Company Description. Williams Lea by RRD is a global business support services company with a strong legacy—over 200 year... more

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  • North Central Mental Health Services, Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    North Central Mental Health Services, Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. North Central is seeking a highly organized and motivated. Facilities & Purchasing Coordinator. to join our team. This fu... more

    8 Days Ago

  • PENN Entertainment

    Columbus, OH

    PENN Entertainment | Columbus, OH

    We're Changing Entertainment. Come Join Us. We're always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you'll get to be a part of ... more

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  • Aerotek

    Columbus, OH

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    9 Days Ago

  • Ohio State University

    Columbus, OH

    Ohio State University | Columbus, OH

    Facilities Maintenance Technician. Under the general supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, the facilities maintenance technician performs inter... more

    9 Days Ago

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FAQ about Aquatic Facilities Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Aquatic Facilities Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Aquatic Facilities Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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