Risk Manager Salary in 2026
Identify, assess, and mitigate organizational risks across financial and operational domains.
Median Salary
$105,000
$8,750/mo
Entry Level
$72,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$148,000
experienced
Job Growth
+10%
10-yr outlook
Risk Manager Overview
Identify, assess, and mitigate organizational risks across financial and operational domains.
Education
Bachelor's/Master's
Experience
5-8 years
Industry
Finance
Total Jobs (US)
50K
5-Year Growth
+14%
Category
Finance
Hourly Rate
$50.48/hr
Monthly Pay
$8,750
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Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Risk Manager salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Risk Manager Salary
$122,000
$10,167/month · $4,692/biweekly · $58.65/hr
Risk Manager Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Risk Manager field.
Entry-level Risk Managers earn around $72,000, while the top 10% earn $164,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Risk Managers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $124,000 | +$19,000 |
| New York | $121,000 | +$16,000 |
| Connecticut | $116,000 | +$11,000 |
| Illinois | $109,000 | +$4,000 |
| Texas | $103,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Risk Managers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $131,000 | +$26,000 |
| New York | $124,000 | +$19,000 |
| Hartford | $111,000 | +$6,000 |
| Chicago | $110,000 | +$5,000 |
| Dallas | $105,000 | $0 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Risk Manager Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Risk Manager from entry level to expert.
$72,000
0-2 years
$110,000
3-7 years
$148,000
8-14 years
$180,000
15+ years
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