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Proposal manager salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Proposal Manager make in the United States?

Average base salary

$108,786
Average $108,786
Low $74,480
High $158,896

The average salary for a proposal manager is $108,786 per year in the United States. 861 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 11, 2026).

Proposal Manager job openings in United States

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Proposal Manager
Essential Software5out of 5 stars.
Rockville, MD
$100,000 - $145,000 a year
Full-time
19 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Proposal Manager in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
SM&A
 
$272,503per year
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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher ...
 
$211,250per year
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Engage Partners
 
$205,000per year
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Genesis10
 
$197,600per year
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Thales
 
$197,511per year
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ITAC
 
$185,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Proposal Managers near United States

  1. San Diego, CA
    $199,237 per year
  2. Reston, VA
    $134,770 per year
  3. Washington, DC
    $133,800 per year
  4. Chantilly, VA
    $123,617 per year
  5. New York, NY
    $120,633 per year

Where can a Proposal Manager earn more?

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