Performance Improvement Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Performance Improvement Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Performance Improvement Manager in the United States is $172,336 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

However, a Performance Improvement Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $205,035
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $152,663 to $189,452
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $134,752
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Performance Improvement Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $189,452 $15,788 $3,643 $91
Average $172,336 $14,361 $3,314 $83
25th Percentile $152,663 $12,722 $2,936 $73
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Key Factors That Influence Performance Improvement Manager Salaries

A Performance Improvement 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 Performance Improvement Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Performance Improvement 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): $162,499
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $164,139
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $166,325
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $169,057
  • Expert (over 8 years): $171,789
Levels Salary
Entry Level Performance Improvement Manager$162,499
Intermediate Level Performance Improvement Manager$164,139
Senior Level Performance Improvement Manager$166,325
Specialist Level Performance Improvement Manager$169,057
Expert Level Performance Improvement Manager$171,789
$162,499 0 yr
$164,139 < 2 yrs
$166,325 2-4 yrs
$169,057 5-8 yrs
$171,789 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Performance Improvement 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: $217,367
  • San Francisco: $215,230
  • Oakland: $210,457

What Skills Can Increase a Performance Improvement Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 6.81% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Auditing (Mentioned in 2.2% Job Postings): Auditing refers to the independent examination of financial information of any entity whether profit oriented or not. It is a safeguard measure that prevents corruption.
  • Quality Improvement (Mentioned in 2% Job Postings): Applying a set of tools, methods, and practices in analyzing the performance and efforts to successfully improve the overall process.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 6.81%
Auditing 2.2%
Quality Improvement 2%
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 Performance Improvement Manager's salary.
  • Standard Operating Procedures: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Written Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Standard Operating Procedures
 $191,293
11%
Commitment
 $182,676
6%
Written Communication
 $182,676
6%
Communication Skills
 $180,953
5%
Attention to Detail
 $180,953
5%
Program Management
 $180,953
5%
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How Education impacts a Performance Improvement Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Performance Improvement Managers enter the field with a Bachelor'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 a Performance Improvement Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $143,297 and $156,345).

Performance Improvement Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Performance Improvement Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.6%
High School 42.9%
Associates 3.6%
Bachelors 42.9%
Masters 42.9%
Doctorate 10.7%
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Performance Improvement Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Performance Improvement 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.

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$152,663
Average $172,336/year
$189,452
$12,722
Average $14,361/month
$15,788
$2,936
Average $3,314/week
$3,643
$73
Average $83/hour
$91
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $189,452 $15,788 $3,643 $91
Average $172,336 $14,361 $3,314 $83
25th Percentile $152,663 $12,722 $2,936 $73

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Salary Trends for Performance Improvement Manager

Salaries for a Performance Improvement Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $164,984 in 2023 to around $162,864 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Performance Improvement Manager salary trends, .

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