Execution Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Execution Manager in the United States is $139,367 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $179,062
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,452 to $160,145
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,694
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Execution Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $160,145 $13,345 $3,080 $77
Average $139,367 $11,614 $2,680 $67
25th Percentile $126,452 $10,538 $2,432 $61
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Key Factors That Influence Execution Manager Salaries

An Execution 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 Execution Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Execution 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): $86,343
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $99,363
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $135,038
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $166,296
  • Expert (over 8 years): $317,667
Levels Salary
Office Ma... Level Execution Manager$86,343
Office Ma... Level Execution Manager$99,363
Execution... Level Execution Manager$135,038
Administr... Level Execution Manager$166,296
Chief Adm... Level Execution Manager$317,667
$86,343 0 yr
$99,363 < 2 yrs
$135,038 2-4 yrs
$166,296 5-8 yrs
$317,667 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Execution 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: $175,784
  • San Francisco: $173,859
  • Oakland: $170,195

What Skills Can Increase an Execution Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.59% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Patient Care (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Patient care refers to the prevention, treatment, and management of illness and the preservation of physical and mental well-being through services offered by health professionals.
  • Advertising (Mentioned in 0.97% Job Postings): Advertising is a marketing communication that employs an openly sponsored, non-personal message to promote or sell a product, service or idea.:465 Sponsors of advertising are typically businesses wishing to promote their products or services. Advertising is differentiated from public relations in that an advertiser pays for and has control over the message. It differs from personal selling in that the message is non-personal, i.e., not directed to a particular individual.:661,672 Advertising is communicated through various mass media, including traditional media such as newspapers, magazines, television, radio, outdoor advertising or direct mail; and new media such as search results, blogs, social media, websites or text messages. The actual presentation of the message in a medium is referred to as an advertisement, or "ad" or advert for short. Commercial ads often seek to generate increased consumption of their products or services through "branding", which associates a product name or image with certain qualities in the minds of consumers. On the other hand, ads that intend to elicit an immediate sale are known as direct-response advertising. Non-commercial entities that advertise more than consumer products or services include political parties, interest groups, religious organizations and governmental agencies. Non-profit organizations may use free modes of persuasion, such as a public service announcement. Advertising may also help to reassure employees or shareholders that a company is viable or successful.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 12.59%
Patient Care 1.45%
Advertising 0.97%
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 Execution Manager's salary.
  • CPT Coding: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
  • KPI: Can increase your salary by up to 23%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 22%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
CPT Coding
$174,209
25%
KPI
$171,421
23%
Analysis
$170,028
22%
Operations Management
$167,240
20%
Decision Making
$161,666
16%
HIPAA Compliance
$158,878
14%
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Execution Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Execution 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 Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Execution Manager positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Execution Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Execution Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$188,145$90.035%
Financial Services$181,177$87.030%
Pharmaceuticals$178,390$86.028%
Biotechnology$174,209$84.025%
Internet$167,240$80.020%

How Education impacts an Execution Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Execution 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 Execution Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $142,299 and $154,128).

Execution Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Execution Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 17.1%
High School 17.1%
Associates 17.1%
Bachelors 44.3%
Masters 21.4%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Execution Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Execution 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 Execution Manager

Salaries for an Execution Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $122,023 in 2023 to around $120,284 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Execution Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Execution Manager Over Time

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2023
$122,023
2024
$121,237
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$120,284
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  • Loeb Electric

    Columbus, OH

    Loeb Electric | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Program Manager – Project Execution - National Projects. Lead strategic programs that strengthen partnerships and deliver... more

    7 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Schneider | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Execution Manager

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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Execution Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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