How much does a Gaming Manager make hourly?

As of April 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Gaming Manager in the United States is $21. While Salary.com is seeing that Gaming Manager salary in the US can go up to $27 or down to $17, but most earn between $19 and $24. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Gaming Manager in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Gaming Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Gaming Manager Salary $17 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Gaming Manager Salary $19 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Gaming Manager Salary $21 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Gaming Manager Salary $24 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Gaming Manager Salary $27 US April 01, 2026
25% $19 10% $17 90% $27 75% $24 $21 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Gaming Manager ?

In American football, a game manager is a quarterback who, despite relatively poor individual statistics such as passing yards and touchdowns, performs well enough to win games. Game managers often benefit from strong defense and rushing offense on their teams. The player is expected to not lose games with interceptions, fumbles, or poor decisions, particularly during important situations near the end of a game. The New York Times called it a "backhanded compliment". The San Francisco Chronicle wrote, "As consolation ... Quarterbacks are called game managers only if they're winning." The Asso...

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  1. This Job:

    Gaming Manager

    3 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Games Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Hourly Wage

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Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Gaming Manager in the United States. The average hourly rate for Gaming Manager ranges from $19 to $24 with the average hourly pay of $21. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $25 to $30 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $27.

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