As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Maintenance Lead in the US is $105,437, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,028 weekly, or $8,786 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Maintenance Lead in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Maintenance Lead in the US vary widely, spanning from $81,629 to $128,208. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($92,975) and 75th percentile ($117,356), while top earners (90th percentile) make $128,208 per year. This $24,381 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Maintenance Lead often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 38 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
Maintenance Lead Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Maintenance Lead Salary $81,629 US June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Maintenance Lead Salary $92,975 US June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Maintenance Lead Salary $105,437 US June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Maintenance Lead Salary $117,356 US June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Maintenance Lead Salary $128,208 US June 01, 2026
25% $92,975 10% $81,629 90% $128,208 75% $117,356 $105,437 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Maintenance Lead

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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