Group Benefits Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Group Benefits Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Group Benefits Manager in the United States is $110,948 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,120
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,630 to $125,171
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,967
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Group Benefits Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $125,171 $10,431 $2,407 $60
Average $110,948 $9,246 $2,134 $53
25th Percentile $103,630 $8,636 $1,993 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Group Benefits Manager Salaries

A Group Benefits 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 Group Benefits Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Group Benefits 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): $79,069
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $107,985
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,002
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,748
  • Expert (over 8 years): $177,221
Levels Salary
Product M... Level Group Benefits Manager$79,069
Group Ben... Level Group Benefits Manager$107,985
Product M... Level Group Benefits Manager$130,002
Product M... Level Group Benefits Manager$144,748
Product M... Level Group Benefits Manager$177,221
$79,069 0 yr
$107,985 < 2 yrs
$130,002 2-4 yrs
$144,748 5-8 yrs
$177,221 > 8 yrs
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How Do Group Benefits 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 Group Benefits Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $122,842.
  • California: $122,376.
  • Massachusetts: $120,745.

Top Paying Cities for Group Benefits 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: $139,939
  • San Francisco: $138,407
  • Oakland: $135,490

What Skills Can Increase a Group Benefits Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.13% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Product Marketing (Mentioned in 1.94% Job Postings): Product marketing is a process of promoting and selling a product to a customer. Also product marketing is defined as being the intermediary function between product development and increasing brand awareness. For example, product management deals with the basics of product development within a firm, whereas product marketing deals with marketing the product to prospects, customers, and others. Product marketing, as a job function within a firm, also differs from other marketing jobs such as social media marketing, marketing communications ("marcom"), online marketing, advertising, marketing strategy, and public relations, although product marketers may use channels such as online for outbound marketing for their product. A product market is something that is referred to when pitching a new product to the general public. Product market definition focuses on a narrow statement: the product type, customer needs (functional needs), customer type, and geographic area.
  • Market Research (Mentioned in 1.31% Job Postings): Market research is an organized effort to gather information about target markets or customers. It is a very important component of business strategy. The term is commonly interchanged with marketing research; however, expert practitioners may wish to draw a distinction, in that marketing research is concerned specifically about marketing processes, while market research is concerned specifically with markets. Market research is one of the main factors used in maintaining competitiveness over competitors. Market research provides important information which helps to identify and analyze the needs of the market, the market size and the competition. Market-research techniques encompass both qualitative techniques such as focus groups, in-depth interviews, and ethnography, as well as quantitative techniques such as customer surveys, and analysis of secondary data. Market research, which includes social and opinion research, is the systematic gathering and interpretation of information about individuals or organizations using statistical and analytical methods and techniques of the applied social sciences to gain insight or support decision making.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 5.13%
Product Marketing 1.94%
Market Research 1.31%
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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 Group Benefits Manager's salary.
  • API: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Design Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • B2B: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
API
$117,605
6%
Design Engineering
$117,605
6%
B2B
$117,605
6%
Product Strategy
$116,495
5%
Data Science
$116,495
5%
Influencing
$115,386
4%
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Group Benefits Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Group Benefits Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Group Benefits Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Group Benefits Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Group Benefits Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$138,685$67.025%
Energy & Utilities$127,590$61.015%
Chemicals$122,043$59.010%
Financial Services$122,043$59.010%
Insurance$122,043$59.010%

How Education impacts a Group Benefits Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Group Benefits 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 a Group Benefits Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $97,504 and $103,724).

Group Benefits Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Group Benefits Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.3%
Associates 2.6%
Bachelors 58.9%
Masters 34.1%
Doctorate 1.9%
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Group Benefits Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Group Benefits 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 Group Benefits Manager

Salaries for a Group Benefits Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $108,738 in 2023 to around $107,355 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Group Benefits Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Group Benefits Manager Over Time

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$108,738
2024
$108,087
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$107,355
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  • CFS

    Columbus, OH

    CFS | Columbus, OH

    Benefits Specialist Visible local non-profit organization is seeking support of a Benefits Specialist to assist the HR team. Salary is $65-$90k DOEABOUT TH... more

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  • Bonobos

    Columbus, OH

    Bonobos | Columbus, OH

    Benefits LeadPHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated... more

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Senior Vice President, Benefits. About the Company. Global risk management firm helping clients navigate complex risks with creative solutions. Industry. I... more

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  • Installed Building Products LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Installed Building Products LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Installed Building Products (IBP). is actively seeking a dynamic and dedicated. Staff Accountant. to join our team. IBP i... more

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  • AO Globe Life - Rachel Eichinger

    Columbus, OH

    AO Globe Life - Rachel Eichinger | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Spade Recruiting | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Group Benefits Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Group Benefits Manager?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Group Benefits Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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