Event manager salary in United States

The average salary for an Event Manager is $69,326 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 4.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 10, 2026.

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Event Manager salaries typically range between a low of $43,121 and a high of $111,457 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Event Manager include New York, NY at $88,908 per year, San Francisco, CA at $88,444 per year, and Los Angeles, CA at $82,394 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Event Manager include Beacon Hill ($325,000 per year) and Premier Personnel Group, Inc. ($300,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Event Manager salary compares to related positions:

• Junior Event Manager: Average $23.92 per hour
• Senior Event Manager: Average $98,370 per year