Restaurant manager salary in United States

The average salary for a Restaurant Manager is $61,561 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 36.6k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 6, 2026.

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Restaurant Manager salaries typically range between a low of $45,538 and a high of $83,223 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Restaurant Manager include Chicago, IL at $70,384 per year, Philadelphia, PA at $66,744 per year, and Charleston, SC at $66,214 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Restaurant Manager include TD ($192,400 per year) and C.H. Robinson ($179,050 per year).

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

• Assistant Restaurant Manager: Average $36,259 per year
• Junior Restaurant Manager: Average $61,662 per year
• Senior Restaurant Manager: Average $74,470 per year