Sales manager salary in United States

The average salary for a Sales Manager is $96,476 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 23.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 7, 2026.

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Sales Manager salaries typically range between a low of $48,864 and a high of $190,483 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Sales Manager include New York, NY at $115,509 per year, Phoenix, AZ at $104,831 per year, and Austin, TX at $102,661 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 $58,341 per year
• Entry Level Sales Manager: Average $66,494 per year
• Junior Sales Manager: Average $66,017 per year
• Senior Sales Manager: Average $110,932 per year