What are the main factors that influence a Sonic Drive In General Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Sonic Drive In General Manager's salary?

A Sonic Drive In General Manager's salary grows with experience: an Assistant Restaurant Manager (0-3 years)earns $44,366, a Sonic Drive In General Manager (3-5 years)earns $59,878, a Regional Restaurant Manager (5+ years)earns $90,216, a Restaurant Director (5+ years)earns $125,643,

What are the highest paying states for a Sonic Drive In General Manager?

Sonic Drive In General Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sonic Drive In General Manager roles are District of Columbia $70,256, California $69,990, Massachusetts $69,057. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sonic Drive In General Manager roles make?

Salaries for Sonic Drive In General Manager level roles vary by specialization: Multi Plant General Manager: $257,575; Plant General Manager: $219,693; Casino General Manager: $187,173; General Manager General Administrative: $131,965; Service Drive Manager: $88,193.

Sonic Drive In General Manager Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Sonic Drive In General Manager make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sonic Drive In General Manager in Hawaii is $66,322 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Sonic Drive In General Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,237
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,347 to $75,699
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,996

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Sonic Drive In General Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,699	$6,308	$1,456	$36
Average	$66,322	$5,527	$1,275	$32
25th Percentile	$59,347	$4,946	$1,141	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Sonic Drive In General Manager Salaries

A Sonic Drive In General 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Sonic Drive In General 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 Sonic Drive In General Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,256.
California: $69,990.
Massachusetts: $69,057.

District of Columbia $70,256 California $69,990 Massachusetts $69,057 Washington $68,803 New Jersey $68,778 Alaska $68,689 Connecticut $67,813 New York $67,458

Hawaii $66,322 Rhode Island $65,789 Maryland $65,427 Minnesota $64,932 Colorado $64,742 Illinois $64,678 Oregon $64,437 Delaware $64,260

New Hampshire $64,148 Virginia $63,898 Pennsylvania $63,168 Nevada $62,800 North Dakota $62,680 Michigan $62,489 Wisconsin $62,420 Vermont $62,280

Texas $61,893 Maine $61,867 Arizona $61,829 Ohio $61,785 Georgia $61,201 Indiana $60,909 Wyoming $60,852 Utah $60,763

Iowa $60,725 Kansas $60,421 Louisiana $60,332 North Carolina $60,300 Missouri $60,287 Florida $60,040 Montana $59,907 Nebraska $59,780

Kentucky $59,710 South Carolina $59,456 Tennessee $59,298 Idaho $59,234 New Mexico $58,771 Oklahoma $58,669 Alabama $58,295 South Dakota $57,667

Arkansas $57,324 West Virginia $57,140 Mississippi $56,588

Top Paying Cities for Sonic Drive In General 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:

Aiea: $65,963
Anahola: $65,098
Captain Cook: $65,033

Aiea, HI $65,963 Anahola, HI $65,098 Captain Cook, HI $65,033 Eleele, HI $65,230 Ewa Beach, HI $65,904 Kapolei, HI $65,852 Haiku, HI $65,146 Hakalau, HI $65,000

Haleiwa, HI $65,725 Hana, HI $64,991 Hanalei, HI $65,013 Hanamaulu, HI $65,145 Hanapepe, HI $65,227 Hauula, HI $65,825 Hawaii National Park, HI $65,076 Hawi, HI $65,184

Hilo, HI $65,138 Princeville, HI $65,132 Holualoa, HI $65,059 Honaunau, HI $64,946 Honokaa, HI $65,030 Honomu, HI $65,132 Hoolehua, HI $64,946 Kaaawa, HI $65,847

Kahuku, HI $65,706 Kahului, HI $65,296 Kailua, HI $65,942 Ocean View, HI $65,112 Waikoloa, HI $65,106 Keauhou, HI $65,059 Kailua Kona, HI $65,137 Kalaheo, HI $65,152

Kalaupapa, HI $64,887 Kamuela, HI $65,063 Kaneohe, HI $65,928 Kapaa, HI $65,223 Kaumakani, HI $65,258 Kaunakakai, HI $65,024 Keaau, HI $65,183 Kealakekua, HI $65,149

Kealia, HI $65,171 Kekaha, HI $65,105 Kihei, HI $65,230 Kilauea, HI $65,133 Kapaau, HI $65,083 Koloa, HI $65,161 Kualapuu, HI $65,005 Kunia, HI $65,831

Kurtistown, HI $65,150 Lahaina, HI $65,163 Laie, HI $65,764 Lanai City, HI $65,005 Laupahoehoe, HI $65,168 Lawai, HI $65,258 Lihue, HI $65,145 Makawao, HI $65,196

Makaweli, HI $65,001 Maunaloa, HI $64,848 Mountain View, HI $65,116 Naalehu, HI $64,984 Ninole, HI $64,941 Ookala, HI $64,961 Paauilo, HI $65,041 Pahala, HI $65,002

Pahoa, HI $65,088 Paia, HI $65,166 Papaaloa, HI $65,177 Papaikou, HI $65,042 Pearl City, HI $65,915 Pepeekeo, HI $65,168 Puunene, HI $65,296 Volcano, HI $65,076

Wahiawa, HI $65,802 Pukalani, HI $65,196 Mililani, HI $65,882 Kula, HI $65,062 Waialua, HI $65,689 Waianae, HI $65,750 Wailuku, HI $65,195 Waimanalo, HI $65,929

Waimea, HI $65,252 Waipahu, HI $65,887 Honolulu, HI $65,986 J B P H H, HI $65,974 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $65,838 Schofield Barracks, HI $65,819 Fort Shafter, HI $65,986 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $65,986

Camp H M Smith, HI $65,971 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $65,907 Wake Island, HI $65,986

Sonic Drive In General Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sonic Drive In General 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

$59,347

Average $66,322/year

$75,699

$4,946

Average $5,527/month

$6,308

$1,141

Average $1,275/week

$1,456

$29

Average $32/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,699	$6,308	$1,456	$36
Average	$66,322	$5,527	$1,275	$32
25th Percentile	$59,347	$4,946	$1,141	$29

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Sonic Drive In General Manager Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Sonic Drive In General Manager make in Hawaii?

Key Factors That Influence Sonic Drive In General Manager Salaries

How Do Sonic Drive In General Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Sonic Drive In General Managers

Sonic Drive In General Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Sonic Drive In General Manager

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