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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Branch Administrative Manager in California is $143,954 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.
However, a Branch Administrative Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Branch Administrative Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $162,852 | $13,571 | $3,132 | $78 |
| Average | $143,954 | $11,996 | $2,768 | $69 |
| 25th Percentile | $130,417 | $10,868 | $2,508 | $63 |
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A Branch Administrative 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Branch Administrative 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Office Ma... Level Branch Administrative Manager | $92,645 |
| Office Ma... Level Branch Administrative Manager | $106,615 |
| Branch Ad... Level Branch Administrative Manager | $144,894 |
| Administr... Level Branch Administrative Manager | $178,433 |
| Chief Adm... Level Branch Administrative Manager | $340,851 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Branch Administrative Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Branch Administrative Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (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, Branch Administrative Manager positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Branch Administrative Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $194,337 | $93.0 | 35% |
| Financial Services | $187,140 | $90.0 | 30% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $184,261 | $89.0 | 28% |
| Biotechnology | $179,942 | $87.0 | 25% |
| Internet | $172,744 | $83.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Branch Administrative 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $162,852 | $13,571 | $3,132 | $78 |
| Average | $143,954 | $11,996 | $2,768 | $69 |
| 25th Percentile | $130,417 | $10,868 | $2,508 | $63 |
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