Management Consultant Salary in 2026
Management consultants advise organizations on strategy, operations, and performance improvement. They analyze business problems, develop solutions, and help implement changes to increase efficiency.
Median Salary
$104,000
$8,667/mo
Entry Level
$66,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$156,000
experienced
Job Growth
+11%
10-yr outlook
Management Consultant Overview
Management consultants advise organizations on strategy, operations, and performance improvement. They analyze business problems, develop solutions, and help implement changes to increase efficiency.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
2-5 years
Industry
Management
Total Jobs (US)
960K
5-Year Growth
+21%
Category
Management
Hourly Rate
$50.00/hr
Monthly Pay
$8,667
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Management Consultant Salary
$125,000
$10,417/month · $4,808/biweekly · $60.10/hr
Management Consultant Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Management Consultant field.
Entry-level Management Consultants earn around $66,000, while the top 10% earn $187,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Management Consultants
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $123,000 | +$19,000 |
| New York | $120,000 | +$16,000 |
| Massachusetts | $116,000 | +$12,000 |
| Virginia | $110,000 | +$6,000 |
| Illinois | $108,000 | +$4,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Management Consultants
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $130,000 | +$26,000 |
| New York | $123,000 | +$19,000 |
| Washington DC | $120,000 | +$16,000 |
| Boston | $116,000 | +$12,000 |
| Chicago | $109,000 | +$5,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Management Consultant Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Management Consultant from entry level to expert.
$66,000
0-2 years
$111,000
3-7 years
$156,000
8-14 years
$218,000
15+ years
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