Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager in the United States is $82,532 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $93,552
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,000 to $88,300
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,590
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Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $88,300 $7,358 $1,698 $42
Average $82,532 $6,878 $1,587 $40
25th Percentile $70,000 $5,833 $1,346 $34

Key Factors That Influence Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Salaries

A Fixed Income Portfolio 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.

Top Paying Cities for Fixed Income Portfolio 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: $104,097
  • San Francisco: $102,957
  • Oakland: $100,788

What Skills Can Increase a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 11.4% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Due Diligence (Mentioned in 1.77% Job Postings): Due diligence is the investigation or exercise of care that a reasonable business or person is expected to take before entering into an agreement or contract with another party, or an act with a certain standard of care. It can be a legal obligation, but the term will more commonly apply to voluntary investigations. A common example of due diligence in various industries is the process through which a potential acquirer evaluates a target company or its assets for an acquisition. The theory behind due diligence holds that performing this type of investigation contributes significantly to informed decision making by enhancing the amount and quality of information available to decision makers and by ensuring that this information is systematically used to deliberate in a reflexive manner on the decision at hand and all its costs, benefits, and risks.
  • Diversity and Inclusion (Mentioned in 1.1% Job Postings): Developing and promoting acquaintance, empowerment, and integration of each unique individual to create a productive and safe working environment.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 11.4%
Due Diligence 1.77%
Diversity and Inclusion 1.1%
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 Fixed Income Portfolio Manager's salary.
  • Employment Authorization: Can increase your salary by up to 35%.
  • Mergers and Acquisitions: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Investment Management: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Employment Authorization
$111,418
35%
Mergers and Acquisitions
$89,960
9%
Investment Management
$88,309
7%
Consulting
$88,309
7%
Risk Management
$87,484
6%
Leadership
$87,484
6%
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Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Fixed Income Portfolio Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager positions in Business Services or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fixed Income Portfolio Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$115,544$56.040%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$86,658$42.05%

How Education impacts a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Fixed Income Portfolio Managers enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Fixed Income Portfolio Manager with a No Diploma is between $80,299 and $87,635).

Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Fixed Income Portfolio Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.7%
High School 49.2%
Associates 49.2%
Bachelors 49.2%
Masters 49.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fixed Income Portfolio 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 Fixed Income Portfolio Manager

Salaries for a Fixed Income Portfolio Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $83,311 in 2023 to around $82,375 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Fixed Income Portfolio Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Fixed Income Portfolio Manager Over Time

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2023
$83,311
2024
$82,949
2025
$82,375
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2023 $83,311
2024 $82,949
2025 $82,375
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Most common benefits for Fixed Income Portfolio Manager

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FAQ about Fixed Income Portfolio Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Fixed Income Portfolio Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Fixed Income Portfolio Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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