On-Call Engineering Manager Salary.
Across 81 U.S. cities.
$165,000
national median salary
$129,000 to $215,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$221,000
San Francisco, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$172,000
San Diego, CA
Lowest Paying
$126,000
Jackson, MS
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026. Baseline derived from BLS SOC 11-9041. Full methodology.
The average On-Call Engineering Manager salary in the United States is $165,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $129,000 at the 25th percentile to $215,000 at the 75th. San Francisco pays the most at $221,000, while San Diego offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments.
On-Call Engineering Manager salary by city
Skills that increase On-Call Engineering Manager pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for On-Call Engineering Managers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $23,100 to your annual compensation.
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Total compensation breakdown
Salary by company size
Remote salary adjustment
Remote On-Call Engineering Managers typically earn $149,000 (10% less than on-site). This reflects location-adjusted pay policies at companies using geographic salary bands. Some companies pay flat national rates regardless of location.
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