As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Assistant Category Manager in Columbus, MS is $261,918, equivalent to $126 per hour, $5,037 weekly, or $21,827 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Assistant Category Manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Assistant Category Manager in Columbus, MS vary widely, spanning from $233,327 to $312,194. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($246,952) and 75th percentile ($288,234), while top earners (90th percentile) make $312,194 per year. This $41,282 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or E- Commerce, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbus Assistant Category Manager often earn 4.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 805 statewide for Assistant Category Manager job salary. 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
Assistant Category Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant Category Manager Salary $233,327 Columbus, MS September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Assistant Category Manager Salary $246,952 Columbus, MS September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Assistant Category Manager Salary $261,918 Columbus, MS September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Assistant Category Manager Salary $288,234 Columbus, MS September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Assistant Category Manager Salary $312,194 Columbus, MS September 01, 2026
25% $246,952 10% $233,327 90% $312,194 75% $288,234 $261,918 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

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