Auto Parts Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Auto Parts Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Auto Parts Manager in the United States is $86,369 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,807
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,253 to $96,020
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,133
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Auto Parts Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $96,020 $8,002 $1,847 $46
Average $86,369 $7,197 $1,661 $42
25th Percentile $75,253 $6,271 $1,447 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Auto Parts Manager Salaries

An Auto Parts 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 Experience Level Affects Auto Parts Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Auto Parts 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): $83,281
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $83,744
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $84,825
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $86,369
  • Expert (over 8 years): $88,671
Levels Salary
Entry Level Auto Parts Manager$83,281
Intermediate Level Auto Parts Manager$83,744
Senior Level Auto Parts Manager$84,825
Specialist Level Auto Parts Manager$86,369
Expert Level Auto Parts Manager$88,671
$83,281 0 yr
$83,744 < 2 yrs
$84,825 2-4 yrs
$86,369 5-8 yrs
$88,671 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Auto Parts 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: $108,937
  • San Francisco: $107,744
  • Oakland: $105,473

What Skills Can Increase an Auto Parts Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 11.64% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Merchandising (Mentioned in 4.26% Job Postings): In the broadest sense, merchandising is any practice which contributes to the sale of products to a retail consumer. At a retail in-store level, merchandising refers to the variety of products available for sale and the display of those products in such a way that it stimulates interest and entices customers to make a purchase. In the profession of merchandising you are either employed by the store in which you work, or by an independent distributor. As a professional merchandiser, in a retail setting, you will not only know your products(I.e. coffee, juice, soda, etc.) but you will gauge other “vendors” like products as you tend to your job. Working with the store and other merchandisers, shelf space is often given or taken as need be in some locations(for some young merchandisers this is known as “war”) In retail commerce, visual display merchandising means merchandise sales using product design, selection, packaging, pricing, and display that stimulates consumers to spend more. This includes disciplines and discounting, physical presentation of products and displays, and the decisions about which products should be presented to which customers at what time.
  • Shipping and Receiving (Mentioned in 1.72% Job Postings): Managing and maintaining records of all products shipped and received to ensure the correct filing of orders.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 11.64%
Merchandising 4.26%
Shipping and Receiving 1.72%
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 Auto Parts Manager's salary.
  • Sales Tracking: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Continuous Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Team Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sales Tracking
$91,551
6%
Continuous Improvement
$90,687
5%
Team Management
$90,687
5%
Goal Oriented
$90,687
5%
Analysis
$89,823
4%
Leadership
$89,823
4%
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Auto Parts Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Auto Parts Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Auto Parts Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Auto Parts Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Auto Parts Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$103,642$50.020%
Aerospace & Defense$99,324$48.015%
Healthcare$99,324$48.015%
Insurance$99,324$48.015%
Business Services$90,687$44.05%

Auto Parts Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Auto Parts 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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Auto Parts Manager

Salaries for an Auto Parts Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $85,535 in 2023 to around $84,035 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Auto Parts Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Auto Parts Manager Over Time

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