Assistant Risk Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Risk Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Risk Manager in the United States is $110,138 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $126,761
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,945 to $118,839
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $92,575
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Assistant Risk Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $118,839 $9,903 $2,285 $57
Average $110,138 $9,178 $2,118 $53
25th Percentile $100,945 $8,412 $1,941 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Risk Manager Salaries

An Assistant Risk 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 Assistant Risk Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Risk 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): $123,182
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $156,596
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,776
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,269
  • Expert (over 8 years): $152,668
Levels Salary
Risk Anal... Level Assistant Risk Manager$123,182
Risk Anal... Level Assistant Risk Manager$156,596
Assistant... Level Assistant Risk Manager$110,776
Risk Mana... Level Assistant Risk Manager$131,269
Senior Ri... Level Assistant Risk Manager$152,668
$123,182 0 yr
$156,596 < 2 yrs
$110,776 2-4 yrs
$131,269 5-8 yrs
$152,668 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Assistant Risk 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: $138,917
  • San Francisco: $137,396
  • Oakland: $134,501

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Risk Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Risk Management (Mentioned in 18.81% Job Postings): Risk management is the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks (defined in ISO 31000 as the effect of uncertainty on objectives) followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events or to maximize the realization of opportunities. Risks can come from various sources including uncertainty in financial markets, threats from project failures (at any phase in design, development, production, or sustainment life-cycles), legal liabilities, credit risk, accidents, natural causes and disasters, deliberate attack from an adversary, or events of uncertain or unpredictable root-cause. There are two types of events i.e. negative events can be classified as risks while positive events are classified as opportunities. Several risk management standards have been developed including the Project Management Institute, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, actuarial societies, and ISO standards. Methods, definitions and goals vary widely according to whether the risk management method is in the context of project management, security, engineering, industrial processes, financial portfolios, actuarial assessments, or public health and safety.
  • Economics (Mentioned in 2.13% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
  • Consulting Services (Mentioned in 1.28% Job Postings): Consulting Services means the provision of expertise or strategic advice that is presented for consideration and decision-making.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Risk Management 18.81%
Economics 2.13%
Consulting Services 1.28%
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 Assistant Risk Manager's salary.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Building Relationships: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Financial Services: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Process Improvement
$118,949
8%
Building Relationships
$116,746
6%
Financial Services
$115,645
5%
Communicates Effectively
$114,544
4%
Collaboration
$114,544
4%
Leadership
$114,544
4%
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Assistant Risk Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Risk Manager 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 Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Risk Manager positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Risk Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Risk Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$132,166$64.020%
Business Services$132,166$64.020%
Construction$132,166$64.020%
Energy & Utilities$132,166$64.020%
Healthcare$132,166$64.020%

How Education impacts an Assistant Risk Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Risk Managers enter the field with a Associate'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 Assistant Risk Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $104,470 and $112,797).

Assistant Risk Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Risk Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 9.7%
High School 9.7%
Associates 41.9%
Bachelors 41.9%
Masters 41.9%
Doctorate 6.5%
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Assistant Risk Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Risk 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 Assistant Risk Manager

Salaries for an Assistant Risk Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $102,075 in 2023 to around $103,674 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Risk Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Assistant Risk Manager Over Time

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$102,075
2024
$104,815
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$103,674
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Rack Room Shoes | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Gap | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Jason's Deli | Columbus, OH

    Jason's Deli - 1122 Gemini Place - Responsibilities: Oversee daily restaurant operations and supervise staff to ensure excellent service more

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FAQ about Assistant Risk Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Risk Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Risk Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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