Manager of Maintenance Salary in the United States

How much does a Manager of Maintenance make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Manager of Maintenance in the United States is $86,904 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

However, a Manager of Maintenance's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,376
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,314 to $98,144
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,671
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View as table View as graph 25% $76,314 10% $66,671 90% $108,376 75% $98,144 $86,904 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Manager of Maintenance Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $98,144 $8,179 $1,887 $47
Average $86,904 $7,242 $1,671 $42
25th Percentile $76,314 $6,359 $1,468 $37
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Key Factors That Influence Manager of Maintenance Salaries

A Manager of Maintenance's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Manager of Maintenance Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Manager of Maintenance's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $86,078
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $95,630
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,761
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,123
  • Expert (over 8 years): $178,161
Levels Salary
Manager o... Level Manager of Maintenance$86,078
Facilitie... Level Manager of Maintenance$95,630
Facilitie... Level Manager of Maintenance$108,761
Facilitie... Level Manager of Maintenance$139,123
Facilitie... Level Manager of Maintenance$178,161
$86,078 0 yr
$95,630 < 2 yrs
$108,761 2-4 yrs
$139,123 5-8 yrs
$178,161 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Manager of Maintenance Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Manager of Maintenances. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $96,221.
  • California: $95,856.
  • Massachusetts: $94,578.

Top Paying Cities for Manager of Maintenances

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $109,613
  • San Francisco: $108,412
  • Oakland: $106,128

What Skills Can Increase a Manager of Maintenance's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Coordination (Mentioned in 4.56% Job Postings): Ability to plan, execute, and adjust job duties to achieve business goals.
  • Facility Management (Mentioned in 2.76% Job Postings): Facility management (or facilities management or FM) is a professional management discipline focused upon the efficient and effective delivery of support services for the organizations that it serves. The International Organization for Standardization(ISO) defines facility Management as the "organizational function which integrates people, place and process within the built environment with the purpose of improving the quality of life of people and the productivity of the core business."
  • Painting (Mentioned in 2.05% Job Postings): Painting is the practice of applying paint, pigment, color or other medium to a solid surface (called the "matrix" or "support"). The medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush, but other implements, such as knives, sponges, and airbrushes, can be used. The final work is also called a painting. Painting is an important form in the visual arts, bringing in elements such as drawing, gesture (as in gestural painting), composition, narration (as in narrative art), or abstraction (as in abstract art). Paintings can be naturalistic and representational (as in a still life or landscape painting), photographic, abstract, narrative, symbolistic (as in Symbolist art), emotive (as in Expressionism), or political in nature (as in Artivism). A portion of the history of painting in both Eastern and Western art is dominated by religious art. Examples of this kind of painting range from artwork depicting mythological figures on pottery, to Biblical scenes Sistine Chapel ceiling, to scenes from the life of Buddha or other images of Eastern religious origin.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Coordination 4.56%
Facility Management 2.76%
Painting 2.05%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Manager of Maintenance's salary.
  • Investment Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • PowerPoint: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Investment Management
$97,333
12%
PowerPoint
$96,464
11%
Analysis
$95,595
10%
Innovation
$94,726
9%
Project Management
$94,726
9%
Team Management
$94,726
9%
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Manager of Maintenance Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Manager of Maintenance roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Manager of Maintenance positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Manager of Maintenance as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Manager of Maintenance

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$112,976$54.030%

How Education impacts a Manager of Maintenance's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Manager of Maintenances enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Manager of Maintenance with a Associate's Degree is between $78,528 and $84,065).

Manager of Maintenance Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Manager of Maintenance
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 5.2%
High School 46.6%
Associates 12.1%
Bachelors 31.0%
Masters 5.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Manager of Maintenance Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Manager of Maintenance's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Manager of Maintenance

Salaries for a Manager of Maintenance can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $68,211 in 2023 to around $67,619 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Manager of Maintenance salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Manager of Maintenance Over Time

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2023
$68,211
2024
$68,265
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2024 $68,265
2025 $67,619
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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Chief Engineer is in charge of all maintenance of the hotel.Education and Experience - High school diploma or GED. 6 years' experience in the engineering a... more

    7 Days Ago

  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Emergency Medicine Physician Needed near Columbus, Ohio. An excellent opportunity for a full-time EM Physician to join an Emergency Department team near Co... more

    3 Days Ago

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    Columbus, OH

    Continuum Medical Staffing | Columbus, OH

    PSYCHIATRIST- CHILD/ADOLESCENT COLUMBUS OHIO We are seeking a Board-Certified Child/ Adolescent Psychiatrist for a permanent position in Columbus Ohio No V... more

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    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Neurologist Locum Tenens Opportunity Near Columbus, OH. We are excited to offer a rewarding locum tenens opportunity for a Board Certified or Board Eligibl... more

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    Columbus, OH

    C.R. England | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. C.R. England is Now Urgently Hiring Local Dedicated CDL-A Truck Drivers. \n. Dedicated Local Fleet - Home Daily - Competitive Pay* - Full ... more

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Vice President, Credit Risk Strategy & Data Science. About the Company. High-growth SMB lender building the next generation of credit decisioning. Industry... more

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FAQ about Manager of Maintenance

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Manager of Maintenance?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Manager of Maintenance roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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