Engineering and Facilities Manager Salary in the United States

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Engineering and Facilities Manager in the United States is $158,209 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,649
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,831 to $166,291
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,009
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Engineering and Facilities Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $166,291 $13,858 $3,198 $80
Average $158,209 $13,184 $3,042 $76
25th Percentile $140,831 $11,736 $2,708 $68
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Key Factors That Influence Engineering and Facilities Manager Salaries

An Engineering and 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 Engineering and Facilities Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Engineering and 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): $86,708
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $129,469
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $157,614
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $181,510
  • Expert (over 8 years): $202,795
Levels Salary
Engineeri... Level Engineering and Facilities Manager$86,708
Engineeri... Level Engineering and Facilities Manager$129,469
Engineeri... Level Engineering and Facilities Manager$157,614
Engineeri... Level Engineering and Facilities Manager$181,510
Engineeri... Level Engineering and Facilities Manager$202,795
$86,708 0 yr
$129,469 < 2 yrs
$157,614 2-4 yrs
$181,510 5-8 yrs
$202,795 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Engineering and 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 Engineering and Facilities Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $175,169.
  • California: $174,505.
  • Massachusetts: $172,179.

Top Paying Cities for Engineering and 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: $199,549
  • San Francisco: $197,364
  • Oakland: $193,205

What Skills Can Increase an Engineering and Facilities Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.73% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Python (Mentioned in 1.86% Job Postings): Applying the concepts and algorithms of Python to design, develop and maintain software applications to comply with business requirements.
  • AWS (Mentioned in 1.47% Job Postings): Amazon Web Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Amazon that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms and APIs to individuals, companies, and governments, on a metered pay-as-you-go basis.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 10.73%
Python 1.86%
AWS 1.47%
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 Engineering and Facilities Manager's salary.
  • Product Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Identity and Access Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Product Management
$177,194
12%
Identity and Access Management
$177,194
12%
Computer Science
$177,194
12%
Kubernetes
$177,194
12%
Software Engineering
$175,612
11%
Agile Software Development
$175,612
11%
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Engineering and Facilities Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Engineering and Facilities Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (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, Engineering and Facilities Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Engineering and Facilities Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Engineering and Facilities Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$213,582$103.035%
Financial Services$205,672$99.030%
Energy & Utilities$189,851$91.020%
Biotechnology$181,940$87.015%
Pharmaceuticals$181,940$87.015%

How Education impacts an Engineering and Facilities Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Engineering and Facilities 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 Engineering and Facilities Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $147,146 and $155,639).

Engineering and Facilities Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Engineering and Facilities Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.7%
Associates 3.3%
Bachelors 43.7%
Masters 42.1%
Doctorate 8.0%
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Engineering and Facilities Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Engineering and 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 Engineering and Facilities Manager

Salaries for an Engineering and Facilities Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $146,720 in 2023 to around $145,788 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Engineering and Facilities Manager salary trends, .

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    Columbus, OH

    Harrison Consulting Solutions | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Thermo Fisher Scientific | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Thermo Fisher Scientific | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    CESO, Inc. | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Novolex Corporate | Columbus, OH

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  • YWCA Columbus

    Columbus, OH

    YWCA Columbus | Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Engineering and Facilities Manager

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

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

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