Leisure Manager Salary in Madison, Wisconsin

How much does a Leisure Manager make in Madison, WI?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Leisure Manager in Madison, WI is $65,578. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $58,472 to $75,643, with most professionals earning between $52,003 and $84,807.

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What is a Leisure Manager?

The Leisure Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of leisure facilities and activities within a hotel, resort, or recreational facility. This includes managing the day-to-day operations of the leisure facilities, coordinating and scheduling activities and events, ensuring the safety and well-being of guests and staff, and maintaining high standards of customer service. The Leisure Manager is also responsible for developing and implementing leisure programs and initiatives to enhance the guest experience and drive revenue. Additionally, they may be involved in budgeting, marketing, and staff training and development. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential for this role.

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What does a Leisure Manager do?

Common responsibilities of a Leisure Manager

Create and manage budgets for leisure programs and facilities, including purchasing equipment and supplies.

September 13, 2023

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and safe leisure environment.

October 03, 2023

Promote leisure programs and activities through marketing and communication efforts.

October 06, 2023

Stay current on industry trends and best practices in leisure management to continually improve the guest experience.

October 12, 2023

Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to secure the best deals on equipment and supplies.

October 17, 2023

Monitor and evaluate the success of leisure programs and activities, and make adjustments as needed.

November 10, 2023

Recruit, train, and supervise leisure staff to ensure high-quality customer service and program delivery.

November 15, 2023

Collaborate with other departments to coordinate leisure activities with overall resort or facility operations.

November 19, 2023

Manage and oversee the operation of leisure facilities such as swimming pools, fitness centers, and sports courts.

November 22, 2023

Develop and implement leisure programs and activities for guests and members.

November 29, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Leisure Manager in Madison, WI

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

58472

75643

65578

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

61854

82260

69996

What is the average salary for Leisure Manager in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Leisure Manager in Madison, WI. The base salary for Leisure Manager ranges from $58,472 to $75,643 with the average base salary of $65,578. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,854 to $82,260 with the average total cash compensation of $69,996.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$65,578	$58,472 - $75,643
Bonus	$4,418	$3,382 - $6,617
Total Pay	$69,996	$61,854 - $82,260

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Leisure Manager Salary Near Madison, WI

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Janesville, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,929 - $74,940	COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Rockford, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,460 - $75,628	COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Waukesha, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,529 - $75,717	COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Milwaukee, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,751 - $76,003	COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Oshkosh, WI	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,590 - $73,209	COMPARE TO Madison, WI
CITY, STATE Dubuque, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,035 - $72,490	COMPARE TO Madison, WI

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About Madison, Wisconsin

Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Chicago. The city completely surrounds the smaller Town of Madison, the City of Monona, and the villages of Maple Bluff and Shorewood Hills. Madison shares borders with its largest suburb, Sun Prairie, and three other suburbs, Middleton, McFarland, and Fitchburg. Other suburbs include the city of Verona and the villages of Cottage Grove, DeForest, and Waunakee as well as Mount Horeb, Oregon, Stoughton, and Cross Plains among others. According to th...

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