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Special events manager salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Special Events Manager make in the United States?

Average base salary

$61,924
Average $61,924
Low $42,163
High $90,945

The average salary for a special events manager is $61,924 per year in the United States. 554 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 14, 2026).

Special Events Manager job openings in United States

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Manager, Special Events Sales
Sugar Land, TX
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Special Events Manager in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
City of San Jose
 
$265,142per year
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Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
 
$162,500per year
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City of Black Hawk
 
$162,451per year
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CITY OF SANTA BARBARA
 
$145,806per year
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City Of Escondido
 
$134,416per year
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Kwik Trip
 
$130,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Special Events Managers near United States

  1. Seattle, WA
    $76,275 per year
  2. New York, NY
    $72,402 per year
  3. Houston, TX
    $66,572 per year
  4. Las Vegas, NV
    $66,093 per year
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $64,172 per year

Where can a Special Events Manager earn more?

Compare salaries for Special Events Managers in different locations
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