Property Manager Salary.
Across 83 U.S. cities.
$63,000
national median salary
$48,000 to $82,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$85,000
San Francisco, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$66,000
Phoenix, AZ
Lowest Paying
$49,000
Charleston, WV
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 Property Manager salary in the United States is $63,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $48,000 at the 25th percentile to $82,000 at the 75th. San Francisco pays the most at $85,000, while Phoenix offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. Portfolio size measured in units or square footage is the dominant salary factor.
Property Manager salary by city
Skills that increase Property Manager pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Property Managers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $8,820 to your annual compensation.
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What you should know
Portfolio size measured in units or square footage is the dominant salary factor. Managers overseeing 200 or more residential units or large commercial properties earn 20 to 35% more than those managing smaller portfolios. Market type matters too, with commercial and Class A multifamily properties paying above the median.
Leasing consultants start at $35,000 to $45,000. Property managers earn $55,000 to $75,000. Senior property managers overseeing multiple sites reach $75,000 to $100,000. Regional managers earn $95,000 to $135,000, with VP of property management roles commanding $130,000 to $175,000.
Performance bonuses of 5 to 15% based on occupancy rates, rent collection, and NOI targets are standard. Many property managers receive free or discounted housing as an on-site benefit, which can add $12,000 to $30,000 in effective compensation annually.