As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Motel Manager in the US is $104,384, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,007 weekly, or $8,699 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Motel Manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Motel Manager in the US vary widely, spanning from $78,712 to $116,145. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($90,947) and 75th percentile ($110,540), while top earners (90th percentile) make $116,145 per year. This $19,593 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Revenue Management, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Motel Manager often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Motel Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Motel Manager Salary $78,712 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Motel Manager Salary $90,947 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Motel Manager Salary $104,384 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Motel Manager Salary $110,540 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Motel Manager Salary $116,145 US August 01, 2026
25% $90,947 10% $78,712 90% $116,145 75% $110,540 $104,384 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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