Institutional Portfolio Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Institutional Portfolio Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Institutional Portfolio Manager in the United States is $111,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,855
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,809 to $125,771
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,166
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Institutional Portfolio Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $125,771 $10,481 $2,419 $60
Average $111,400 $9,283 $2,142 $54
25th Percentile $100,809 $8,401 $1,939 $48
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Key Factors That Influence Institutional Portfolio Manager Salaries

An Institutional Portfolio 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 Do Institutional Portfolio 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 Institutional Portfolio Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $123,342.
  • California: $122,874.
  • Massachusetts: $121,237.

Top Paying Cities for Institutional Portfolio 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: $140,509
  • San Francisco: $138,970
  • Oakland: $136,042

What Skills Can Increase an Institutional Portfolio Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.48% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Installation (Mentioned in 2.41% Job Postings): The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.
  • Client Service (Mentioned in 1.55% Job Postings): Client services are the processes and interactions organizations and members of their staff have with their clients.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 9.48%
Installation 2.41%
Client Service 1.55%
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 Institutional Portfolio Manager's salary.
  • Sales Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Logistics: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sales Operations
 $128,110
15%
Logistics
 $120,312
8%
Project Management
 $120,312
8%
Maintenance Management
 $119,198
7%
Budgeting
 $119,198
7%
Coaching
 $118,084
6%
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Institutional Portfolio Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Institutional Portfolio Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Institutional Portfolio Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Institutional Portfolio Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Institutional Portfolio Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$131,452$63.018%
Biotechnology$128,110$62.015%
Energy & Utilities$128,110$62.015%
Aerospace & Defense$122,540$59.010%
Financial Services$122,540$59.010%

How Education impacts an Institutional Portfolio Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Institutional Portfolio Managers enter the field with a Bachelor'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 Institutional Portfolio Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $121,124 and $129,458).

Institutional Portfolio Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Institutional Portfolio Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 44.5%
Associates 20.2%
Bachelors 25.8%
Masters 7.4%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Institutional Portfolio Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Institutional Portfolio 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.

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$100,809
Average $111,400/year
$125,771
$8,401
Average $9,283/month
$10,481
$1,939
Average $2,142/week
$2,419
$48
Average $54/hour
$60
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $125,771 $10,481 $2,419 $60
Average $111,400 $9,283 $2,142 $54
25th Percentile $100,809 $8,401 $1,939 $48

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Salary Trends for Institutional Portfolio Manager

Salaries for an Institutional Portfolio Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $106,474 in 2023 to around $107,437 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Institutional Portfolio Manager salary trends, .

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