Sales manager salary in United States (Updated 2026)

The average salary for a Sales Manager is $96,597 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 23.8k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 26, 2026.

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Sales Manager salaries typically range between a low of $48,627 and a high of $191,892 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Sales Manager include New York, NY at $113,991 per year, Portland, OR at $105,604 per year, and Jacksonville, FL at $102,373 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Sales Manager include KOTA Energy Group ($425,000 per year) and Horizon PWR ($425,000 per year).

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

• Assistant Sales Manager: Average $58,914 per year
• Entry Level Sales Manager: Average $68,683 per year
• Junior Sales Manager: Average $64,349 per year
• Senior Sales Manager: Average $107,628 per year