Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Salary in the United States

How much does a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities in the United States is $81,486 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,131
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,387 to $95,433
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,192
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Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $95,433 $7,953 $1,835 $46
Average $81,486 $6,791 $1,567 $39
25th Percentile $71,387 $5,949 $1,373 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Salaries

A Superintendent Grounds & Facilities'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 Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities'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): $76,742
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,188
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $78,229
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $79,419
  • Expert (over 8 years): $81,896
Levels Salary
Entry Level Superintendent Grounds & Facilities$76,742
Intermediate Level Superintendent Grounds & Facilities$77,188
Senior Level Superintendent Grounds & Facilities$78,229
Specialist Level Superintendent Grounds & Facilities$79,419
Expert Level Superintendent Grounds & Facilities$81,896
$76,742 0 yr
$77,188 < 2 yrs
$78,229 2-4 yrs
$79,419 5-8 yrs
$81,896 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Superintendent Grounds & Facilities 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 Superintendent Grounds & Facilities. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $90,221.
  • California: $89,879.
  • Massachusetts: $88,681.

Top Paying Cities for Superintendent Grounds & Facilities

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: $102,778
  • San Francisco: $101,653
  • Oakland: $99,511

What Skills Can Increase a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 6.78% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • HVAC (Mentioned in 3.88% Job Postings): Designing, developing, maintaining, and updating Heating, Ventilation, Air-conditioning and Cooling system.
  • Equipment Maintenance (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Keeping business equipment in reliable working order and condition to lessen downtime and assure equipment safety.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 6.78%
HVAC 3.88%
Equipment Maintenance 1.78%
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 a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities's salary.
  • Accounting: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Accounting
 $88,820
9%
Project Management
 $88,820
9%
Coordination
 $88,005
8%
Facilities Management
 $86,375
6%
Scheduling
 $86,375
6%
Time Management
 $85,560
5%
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Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Superintendent Grounds & Facilities roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Superintendent Grounds & Facilities positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Superintendent Grounds & Facilities as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$97,783$47.020%
Biotechnology$93,709$45.015%
Aerospace & Defense$89,635$43.010%
Financial Services$89,635$43.010%
Healthcare$89,635$43.010%

How Education impacts a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Superintendent Grounds & Facilities enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Superintendent Grounds & Facilities with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $74,576 and $80,440).

Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Superintendent Grounds & Facilities
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 6.9%
High School 48.3%
Associates 13.8%
Bachelors 24.1%
Masters 6.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities'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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$71,387
Average $81,486/year
$95,433
$5,949
Average $6,791/month
$7,953
$1,373
Average $1,567/week
$1,835
$34
Average $39/hour
$46
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $95,433 $7,953 $1,835 $46
Average $81,486 $6,791 $1,567 $39
25th Percentile $71,387 $5,949 $1,373 $34

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Salary Trends for Superintendent Grounds & Facilities

Salaries for a Superintendent Grounds & Facilities can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $65,718 in 2023 to around $65,047 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Superintendent Grounds & Facilities salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Superintendent Grounds & Facilities Over Time

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$65,718
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$65,472
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$65,047
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2024 $65,472
2025 $65,047
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