Property Manager Salary in 2026
Manage residential and commercial properties including maintenance, leasing, and tenant relations.
Median Salary
$62,000
$5,167/mo
Entry Level
$42,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$85,000
experienced
Job Growth
+3%
10-yr outlook
Property Manager Overview
Manage residential and commercial properties including maintenance, leasing, and tenant relations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
1-3 years
Industry
Real Estate
Total Jobs (US)
340K
5-Year Growth
+8%
Category
Real Estate
Hourly Rate
$29.81/hr
Monthly Pay
$5,167
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Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Property Manager salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Property Manager Salary
$70,000
$5,833/month · $2,692/biweekly · $33.65/hr
Property Manager Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Property Manager field.
Entry-level Property Managers earn around $42,000, while the top 10% earn $95,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Property Managers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $73,000 | +$11,000 |
| New York | $71,000 | +$9,000 |
| Illinois | $64,000 | +$2,000 |
| Texas | $61,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $61,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Property Managers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $73,000 | +$11,000 |
| Los Angeles | $69,000 | +$7,000 |
| Chicago | $65,000 | +$3,000 |
| Miami | $63,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $61,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Property Manager Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Property Manager from entry level to expert.
$42,000
0-2 years
$64,000
3-7 years
$85,000
8-14 years
$105,000
15+ years
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