As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Airport Manager in the US is $70,343, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,353 weekly, or $5,862 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Airport Manager in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Airport Manager in the US vary widely, spanning from $53,594 to $89,241. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,576) and 75th percentile ($80,235), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,241 per year. This $18,659 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Airport Manager often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 67 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Airport Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Airport Manager Salary $53,594 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Airport Manager Salary $61,576 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Airport Manager Salary $70,343 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Airport Manager Salary $80,235 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Airport Manager Salary $89,241 US April 01, 2026
25% $61,576 10% $53,594 90% $89,241 75% $80,235 $70,343 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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