Primary Care Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Primary Care Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Primary Care Manager in the United States is $109,977 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,877
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,509 to $123,534
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,620
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Primary Care Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $123,534 $10,295 $2,376 $59
Average $109,977 $9,165 $2,115 $53
25th Percentile $103,509 $8,626 $1,991 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Primary Care Manager Salaries

A Primary Care 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.

How Experience Level Affects Primary Care Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Primary Care Manager'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): $79,798
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $108,980
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $131,201
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,082
  • Expert (over 8 years): $178,855
Levels Salary
Product M... Level Primary Care Manager$79,798
Primary C... Level Primary Care Manager$108,980
Product M... Level Primary Care Manager$131,201
Product M... Level Primary Care Manager$146,082
Product M... Level Primary Care Manager$178,855
$79,798 0 yr
$108,980 < 2 yrs
$131,201 2-4 yrs
$146,082 5-8 yrs
$178,855 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Primary Care 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: $138,714
  • San Francisco: $137,195
  • Oakland: $134,304

What Skills Can Increase a Primary Care Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.13% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Product Marketing (Mentioned in 1.94% Job Postings): Product marketing is a process of promoting and selling a product to a customer. Also product marketing is defined as being the intermediary function between product development and increasing brand awareness. For example, product management deals with the basics of product development within a firm, whereas product marketing deals with marketing the product to prospects, customers, and others. Product marketing, as a job function within a firm, also differs from other marketing jobs such as social media marketing, marketing communications ("marcom"), online marketing, advertising, marketing strategy, and public relations, although product marketers may use channels such as online for outbound marketing for their product. A product market is something that is referred to when pitching a new product to the general public. Product market definition focuses on a narrow statement: the product type, customer needs (functional needs), customer type, and geographic area.
  • Market Research (Mentioned in 1.31% Job Postings): Market research is an organized effort to gather information about target markets or customers. It is a very important component of business strategy. The term is commonly interchanged with marketing research; however, expert practitioners may wish to draw a distinction, in that marketing research is concerned specifically about marketing processes, while market research is concerned specifically with markets. Market research is one of the main factors used in maintaining competitiveness over competitors. Market research provides important information which helps to identify and analyze the needs of the market, the market size and the competition. Market-research techniques encompass both qualitative techniques such as focus groups, in-depth interviews, and ethnography, as well as quantitative techniques such as customer surveys, and analysis of secondary data. Market research, which includes social and opinion research, is the systematic gathering and interpretation of information about individuals or organizations using statistical and analytical methods and techniques of the applied social sciences to gain insight or support decision making.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 5.13%
Product Marketing 1.94%
Market Research 1.31%
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 Primary Care Manager's salary.
  • API: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Design Engineering: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • B2B: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
API
$116,576
6%
Design Engineering
$116,576
6%
B2B
$116,576
6%
Product Strategy
$115,476
5%
Data Science
$115,476
5%
Influencing
$114,376
4%
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Primary Care Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Primary Care Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Primary Care Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Primary Care Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Primary Care Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$137,471$66.025%
Energy & Utilities$126,474$61.015%
Chemicals$120,975$58.010%
Financial Services$120,975$58.010%
Insurance$120,975$58.010%

How Education impacts a Primary Care Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Primary Care Managers 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 Primary Care Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $97,504 and $103,724).

Primary Care Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Primary Care Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 2.3%
Associates 2.6%
Bachelors 58.9%
Masters 34.1%
Doctorate 1.9%
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Primary Care Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Primary Care 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Primary Care Manager

Salaries for a Primary Care Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $109,741 in 2023 to around $108,344 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Primary Care Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Primary Care Manager Over Time

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2023
$109,741
2024
$109,083
2025
$108,344
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2023 $109,741
2024 $109,083
2025 $108,344
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  • ProMedical Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    ProMedical Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Primary Care Physician Needed in Ohio. Join a growing group in a thriving community. JOB DESCRIPTION. Board Eligible or Board Certified Family Practice or ... more

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    Columbus, OH

    MLee Medical Employment | Columbus, OH

    Embrace Autonomy and Compassion - Your Next Adventure as a Nurse Practitioner Awaits in the Vibrant City of Columbus, Ohio. In the world of healthcare, the... more

    9 Days Ago

  • National Coalition of Healthcare Recruiters

    Columbus, OH

    National Coalition of Healthcare Recruiters | Columbus, OH

    (Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted). Primary Care- NP - Federally Qualified Health Center recognized as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical H... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Desort

    Columbus, OH

    Desort | Columbus, OH

    Primary Care Optometrist - Columbus, OH. A well-established, multi-location eye care organization is seeking a compassionate and patient-focused optometris... more

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  • Optigy Group

    Columbus, OH

    Optigy Group | Columbus, OH

    Primary Care Physician Columbus, OHCOMPENSATION:Salary $250kIncentive Bonus Signing Bonus up to $50k or $100k Forgivable loanWe are a physician-led and mis... more

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  • HealthPlus Staffing

    Columbus, OH

    HealthPlus Staffing | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Quick job details. Location. Columbus, OH (Whitehall). Position: Medical Director (Primary Care). Start Date. 60-90 days.... more

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FAQ about Primary Care Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Primary Care Manager?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Primary Care Manager roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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