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Associate general manager salary

Average associate general manager salary

$96,469

$46.38 hourly rate

Entry-level associate general manager salary
$51,000 yearly salary
Updated December 15, 2025

Average Associate General Manager Salary

The average salary for an Associate General Manager stands at $96,469 annually. This figure reflects a broad range of factors, including geographic location, years of experience, and the specific industry in which one is employed. For instance, those in retail or hospitality sectors may see variations in compensation compared to those in corporate environments.

Salary by Experience Level

Experience plays a crucial role in determining salary. Entry-level positions typically start lower, while seasoned professionals can earn significantly more, often exceeding $120,000 per year in high-demand markets. Understanding these dynamics is essential for job seekers aiming to negotiate their compensation effectively.

Top-Paying States and Cities

Geographical location also impacts salary potential. States like California and New York frequently offer higher salaries due to the cost of living and demand for skilled managers. Cities such as San Francisco and New York City are known for their competitive pay, making them attractive for aspiring Associate General Managers.

Career Advancement Opportunities

This role not only provides a solid salary but also positions individuals for further advancement. Many Associate General Managers move into senior management roles, further increasing their earning potential and career satisfaction.

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Where can an Associate General Manager earn more?

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Chartwell Law$163,308
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Associate general manager salaries by experience level

Experience levelAvg. salaryHourly rate
Entry-level associate general manager$39,700$19.10
Mid-level associate general manager$61,400$29.50
Senior-level associate general manager$111,000$53.50

Average associate general manager salary by state

The average associate general manager salary in California, New Jersey, and Rhode Island are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average associate general manager salary states are Wyoming, West Virginia, and Kentucky.

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Highest paying states for associate general managers

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1California$130,333$62.66
2New Jersey$121,567$58.45
3Colorado$115,180$55.38
4Connecticut$115,193$55.38
5Rhode Island$119,469$57.44
6New Hampshire$113,519$54.58
7Wisconsin$102,864$49.45
8New York$115,458$55.51
9Delaware$103,548$49.78
10Pennsylvania$102,914$49.48
11Washington$112,427$54.05
12Ohio$96,300$46.30
13District of Columbia$118,333$56.89
14Nevada$104,246$50.12
15North Carolina$96,455$46.37
16Maine$106,205$51.06
17Massachusetts$113,230$54.44
18Indiana$91,534$44.01
19Minnesota$102,724$49.39
20Texas$93,486$44.95
21Arizona$96,388$46.34
22Alaska$105,945$50.94
23Oregon$104,409$50.20
24Nebraska$100,126$48.14
25Michigan$92,963$44.69
26Tennessee$85,608$41.16
27Alabama$84,602$40.67
28Virginia$96,473$46.38
29South Dakota$97,041$46.65
30Illinois$92,849$44.64
31Maryland$97,544$46.90
32Utah$90,048$43.29
33South Carolina$81,267$39.07
34Georgia$83,064$39.93
35Florida$85,260$40.99
36Missouri$83,133$39.97
37Louisiana$79,928$38.43
38Idaho$89,103$42.84
39Kansas$82,390$39.61
40North Dakota$91,854$44.16
41Hawaii$86,703$41.68
42Iowa$84,287$40.52
43West Virginia$75,325$36.21
44Kentucky$73,495$35.33
45Vermont$91,574$44.03
46Wyoming$77,552$37.28
47Arkansas$70,086$33.70
48New Mexico$82,018$39.43
49Oklahoma$69,732$33.52
50Mississippi$71,833$34.54
51Montana$77,626$37.32

Highest paying cities for associate general managers

The highest-paying cities for associate general managers are Fremont, CA, Washington, DC, and New York, NY.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Fremont, CA$140,889$67.74
2Washington, DC$121,249$58.29
3New York, NY$117,609$56.54
4Fort Collins, CO$115,938$55.74
5Cambridge, MA$114,781$55.18
6Bethlehem, PA$105,111$50.53
7Las Vegas, NV$104,013$50.01
8Elyria, OH$99,309$47.74
9Cary, NC$98,858$47.53
10Dallas, TX$94,513$45.44
11Warren, MI$93,889$45.14
12Chicago, IL$93,483$44.94
13Indianapolis, IN$91,142$43.82
14Clarksville, TN$86,367$41.52
15Fort Myers, FL$85,392$41.05
16Lees Summit, MO$83,939$40.36
17Bessemer, AL$83,404$40.10
18Helena, MT$78,819$37.89

Associate general manager salary details

An associate general manager's salary ranges from $51,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $181,000 at the 90th percentile.

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Average associate general manager salary graph, trends, and summary

What is an associate general manager's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$181,000$15,083$87
75th Percentile$134,000$11,167$64
Average$96,469$8,039$46
25th Percentile$69,000$5,750$33
10th Percentile$51,000$4,250$25

Highest paying associate general manager jobs

The highest paying types of associate general managers are vice president & general manager, general sales manager, and lead manager.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Lead Manager$101,883$8,490$48.98385,395
Store Manager$46,950$3,912$22.57446,127
Co-Manager/Store Manager$41,516$3,460$19.96359,826
Retail Operation Manager$76,518$6,377$36.79408,776
General Manager Of Operations$89,522$7,460$43.04382,581
General Manager In Training$32,632$2,719$15.69380,193

Top companies hiring associate general managers now:

  1. Winn-Dixie jobs (8)
  2. MetLife jobs (9)
  3. Gap Inc. jobs (9)
  4. Golden Corral jobs (15)
  5. TGI Fridays jobs (25)

Which companies pay associate general managers the most?

Associate general manager salaries at Chartwell Law and Bennett Packaging of Kansas City, Inc. are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average associate general manager salary at companies like RWJBarnabas Health and Carvana are highly competitive.

RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rate
1Chartwell Law$163,308$78.51
2Bennett Packaging of Kansas City, Inc.$148,262$71.28
3RWJBarnabas Health$139,577$67.10
4Carvana$123,214$59.24
5Cognizant$123,048$59.16
6Brookfield Properties$120,816$58.08
7HCL Technologies$120,354$57.86
8Elevance Health$118,023$56.74
9American Woodmark$116,572$56.04
10Tesla$113,428$54.53
11Perkins Restaurant & Bakery$106,457$51.18
12International Paper$103,580$49.80
13Versace$102,892$49.47
14The Walt Disney Company$100,915$48.52
15Capsule$92,980$44.70
16Meijer$91,110$43.80
17Aramark$85,775$41.24
18Via Transportation Inc$83,666$40.22
19Xponential Fitness$83,438$40.11
20Staffmark$82,658$39.74

Wage gap by gender, race and education

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Associate general manager salary trends

The average associate general manager salary has risen by $7,911 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average associate general manager earned $88,558 annually, but today, they earn $96,469 a year. That works out to a 4% change in pay for associate general managers over the last decade.

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Average associate general manager salary over time

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Associate general manager salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2026$96,500$46.38+2.8%
2025$93,800$45.10-0.1%
2024$93,900$45.16+0.5%
2023$93,500$44.93+1.1%
2022$92,400$44.44+1.6%

Recently added associate general manager salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
Tishman SpeyerAssociate General Manager-CityspireNew York, NY06/26/2025$80,000
Industrial Light & MagicAssociate General Manager, Disney Theatrical GroupFine, NY06/20/2025$112,200
Bernatello's FoodsGeneral Labor Associate-2Nd ShiftKaukauna, WI06/12/2025$39,653
MattelAssociate Manager, General LedgerEast Aurora, NY06/10/2025$92,000
Staffmark GroupGeneral Labor AssociateCoshocton, OH05/28/2025$39,653
Get It-Professional ServicesGeneral Liability Associate-RemoteLas Vegas, NV05/26/2025$92,000
The Walt Disney CompanyAssociate General Manager, Disney Theatrical GroupNew York, NY05/18/2025$112,200
Andersen CorporationAssociate General ManagerFort Myers, FL04/22/2025$121,804
Signature Theatre CompanyAssociate General ManagerNew York, NY04/19/2025$70,000
FergusonDC General Pipe Yard AssociateBrookshire, TX04/17/2025$43,827

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