Panel Shop Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Panel Shop Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Panel Shop Manager in the United States is $78,683 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $99,076
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,799 to $89,357
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,889
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Panel Shop Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $89,357 $7,446 $1,718 $43
Average $78,683 $6,557 $1,513 $38
25th Percentile $67,799 $5,650 $1,304 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Panel Shop Manager Salaries

A Panel Shop Manager'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.

Top Paying Cities for Panel Shop Managers

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: $99,243
  • San Francisco: $98,156
  • Oakland: $96,088

What Skills Can Increase a Panel Shop Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.53% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Inventory Management (Mentioned in 1.9% Job Postings): Overseeing and controlling supplies and stock to ensure that an organization maintains an adequate stock quantity.
  • Food Service (Mentioned in 1.23% Job Postings): The foodservice or catering industry includes the businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.53%
Inventory Management 1.9%
Food Service 1.23%
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 Panel Shop Manager's salary.
  • Sales Management: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Cost Control: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sales Management
$83,404
6%
Collaboration
$81,830
4%
Cost Control
$81,043
3%
Motivating
$81,043
3%
Guest Service
$81,043
3%
Inventory Control
$80,257
2%
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Panel Shop Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Panel Shop Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Media, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Panel Shop Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Panel Shop Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Panel Shop Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Media$86,551$42.010%
Retail & Wholesale$82,617$40.05%

How Education impacts a Panel Shop Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Panel Shop Managers enter the field with a No Diploma 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 Panel Shop Manager with a No Diploma is between $72,273 and $81,005).

Panel Shop Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Panel Shop Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.5%
High School 32.3%
Associates 15.5%
Bachelors 44.1%
Masters 6.3%
Doctorate 0.2%
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Panel Shop Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Panel Shop Manager'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Panel Shop Manager

Salaries for a Panel Shop Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $81,280 in 2023 to around $81,085 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Panel Shop Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Panel Shop Manager Over Time

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2023
$81,280
2024
$81,619
2025
$81,085
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2023 $81,280
2024 $81,619
2025 $81,085
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