Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager in the United States is $130,039 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $149,485
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $114,586 to $140,218
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,517
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $140,218 $11,685 $2,697 $67
Average $130,039 $10,837 $2,501 $63
25th Percentile $114,586 $9,549 $2,204 $55
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Key Factors That Influence Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager Salaries

An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $143,979.
  • California: $143,433.
  • Massachusetts: $141,521.

Top Paying Cities for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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: $164,018
  • San Francisco: $162,222
  • Oakland: $158,804

What Skills Can Increase an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 7.41% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Cultural Sensitivity (Mentioned in 3.7% Job Postings): cultural sensitivity is the knowledge, awareness, and acceptance of other cultures and others' cultural identities. Also called as cross-cultural sensitivity or simply cultural awareness.
  • Incident Response (Mentioned in 3.7% Job Postings): Incident response (IR) is a set of information security policies and procedures that you can use to identify, contain, and eliminate cyberattacks.
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Leadership 7.41%
Cultural Sensitivity 3.7%
Incident Response 3.7%
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 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager's salary.
  • Managed Care: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • HIPAA: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Interviewing: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Managed Care
 $145,644
12%
HIPAA
 $144,343
11%
Interviewing
 $143,043
10%
Case Management
 $140,442
8%
Confidentiality
 $136,541
5%
Problem Solving
 $136,541
5%
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$195,058$94.050%

How Education impacts an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $121,660 and $132,476).

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.7%
High School 4.7%
Associates 3.1%
Bachelors 12.5%
Masters 62.5%
Doctorate 17.2%
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 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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$114,586
Average $130,039/year
$140,218
$9,549
Average $10,837/month
$11,685
$2,204
Average $2,501/week
$2,697
$55
Average $63/hour
$67
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $140,218 $11,685 $2,697 $67
Average $130,039 $10,837 $2,501 $63
25th Percentile $114,586 $9,549 $2,204 $55

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Salary Trends for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager

Salaries for an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $105,532 in 2023 to around $106,325 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Manager salary trends, .

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