Product Manager Salary.
Across 83 U.S. cities.
$140,000
national median salary
$110,000 to $178,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$189,000
San Francisco, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$146,000
Portland, ME
Lowest Paying
$111,000
Wichita, KS
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.
The average Product Manager salary in the United States is $140,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $110,000 at the 25th percentile to $178,000 at the 75th. San Francisco pays the most at $189,000, while Portland offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Salary varies based on the type of product (B2B enterprise vs.
Product Manager salary by city
Skills that increase Product Manager pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Product Managers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $19,600 to your annual compensation.
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What you should know
Salary varies based on the type of product (B2B enterprise vs. consumer), team size managed, and revenue impact of your product line. Technical product managers with engineering backgrounds earn 10 to 15% more. Industry domain expertise in fintech, health tech, or AI also drives premiums.
Associate PMs start at $90,000 to $120,000, progressing to PM at $130,000 to $170,000 within two to four years. Senior PMs earn $170,000 to $220,000, while Directors of Product and VPs can reach $250,000 to $400,000+. The path to CPO offers compensation in the seven figure range at large companies.
Bonuses typically range from 10 to 25% of base salary, often tied to product KPIs like revenue or user growth. Equity at tech companies can add $30,000 to $150,000+ annually. Senior PMs at FAANG companies regularly see total comp above $300,000.