50% of professionals earn between $13,806 - $90,000 USD
The median salary is $60,000
The average salary for a City Manager in United States is USD 60,000 - USD 90,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 75,000 per year, based on 2,289 active job listings.
The cities with the most City Manager job opportunities in United States are Kansas City, Salt Lake City, New York, Oklahoma City, Los Angeles. Kansas City leads with 209 job openings.
Leading employers for City Manager roles in United States include International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans, City of Rosemead, Equinox Holdings Ltd, International Workplace Group plc, Pacific Power.
Explore 2,289 City Manager job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.