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IT manager salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an IT Manager make in the United States?

Average base salary

$107,281
Average $107,281
Low $69,587
High $165,392

The average salary for a it manager is $107,281 per year in the United States and $10,500 profit sharing per year.2.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated October 28, 2026).

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IT Manager
Visionary Integration Professionals4.4out of 5 stars.
Remote
$130,000 - $150,000 a year
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for IT Manager in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Dantech Corporation
 
$262,080per year
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Sandia National Laboratories
 
$240,600per year
ATHENE
 
$222,858per year
County of Santa Clara
 
$216,828per year
Mitek Systems
 
$216,768per year
Draper
 
$212,500per year

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Highest paying cities for IT Managers near United States

  1. Washington, DC
    $119,774 per year
  2. New York, NY
    $118,132 per year
  3. Chicago, IL
    $117,293 per year
  4. San Diego, CA
    $116,593 per year
  5. Denver, CO
    $112,266 per year

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The average salary for an IT Manager is $107,281 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 2.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 28, 2026.

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IT Manager salaries typically range between a low of $69,587 and a high of $165,392 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for IT Manager include Dantech Corporation ($262,080 per year) and Sandia National Laboratories ($240,600 per year).

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

  • Junior IT Manager: Average $72,183 per year
  • Senior IT Manager: Average $154,623 per year

How much do similar professions as IT Manager get paid in United States?

Junior IT Manager

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Average $72,183 per year