$60,275
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$39k
MEDIAN
$60k
90%
$106k
The average salary for a Gen. Manager is $60,275 in 2025
Base Salary
$39k - $106k
Bonus
$992 - $20k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $20k
Commission
$1k - $29k
Total Pay
$33k - $108k
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Common Health Benefits for a Gen. Manager
Medical
59%
Dental
47%
Vision
41%
None
41%
Gender Breakdown for Gen. Managers
Male
58.0%
Female
41.3%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 9,656 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Gen. Managers
What is the highest pay for Gen. Managers?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Gen. Manager is $106k / year
What is the lowest pay for Gen. Managers?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Gen. Manager is $39k / year
How can Gen. Managers increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Gen. 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 a Gen. Manager that oversees more junior Gen. Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.