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Production Managers Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.

The median salary for Production Managers in the United States is $126,060 per year — about $61 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $98,160 and $161,880 a year.

Median annual salary
$126,060
~$61/hr · ~$10,505/mo
Total US jobs
242K
Slower than average
Education
Bachelor's degree
Growth: +2%

Salary range

10th %ile
$78,000
25th %ile
$98,160
Median
$126,060
75th %ile
$161,880
90th %ile
$205,520

Top US metros for Production Managers

MetroLocal salary
Lewiston, ID-WA$157,500
Midland, MI$154,070
Decatur, AL$150,030
Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX$150,860
Longview-Kelso, WA$163,970
Manchester-Nashua, NH$174,360
Lexington Park, MD$167,040
New Orleans-Metairie, LA$147,980
Boulder, CO$162,040
Monroe, LA$132,660

Frequently asked questions

How much do Production Managers make in the US?

The median salary is $126,060 per year (about $61 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $98,160 and $161,880 a year.

How much do Production Managers make per hour?

About $61 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $126,060 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Production Managers?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)