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External Affairs Manager

Average External Affairs Manager Salary

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$59,818
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$45k
MEDIAN
$60k
90%
$97k

The average salary for an External Affairs Manager is $59,818 in 2025

Base Salary
$45k - $97k
Bonus
$581 - $15k
Total Pay
$45k - $112k
Based on 16 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a External Affairs Manager

Medical
92%
Dental
75%
Vision
50%

Gender Breakdown for External Affairs Managers

Female
66.7%
Male
33.3%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About External Affairs Managers

What is the highest pay for External Affairs Managers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an External Affairs Manager is $97k / year

What is the lowest pay for External Affairs Managers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an External Affairs Manager is $45k / year

How can External Affairs Managers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an External Affairs Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an External Affairs Manager that oversees more junior External Affairs Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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