Compensation and Benefits Managers Salary (2025)
Based on 22,940 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $89,160 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $113,170 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $149,230 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $200,610 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $256,570 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$89K
25th
$113K
Median
$149K
75th
$201K
90th
$257K
Highest Paying States for Compensation and Benefits Managers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | $209,600 |
| Washington | $206,130 |
| Massachusetts | $196,100 |
| New York | $194,040 |
| Delaware | $180,550 |
| California | $180,130 |
| New Jersey | $178,260 |
| Virginia | $177,030 |
| Georgia | $175,500 |
| District of Columbia | $170,480 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Compensation and Benefits Managers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Connecticut at an average of $209,600 per year, while District of Columbia has an average of $170,480 — a difference of $39,120. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Compensation and Benefits Managers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 22,940 workers were employed as Compensation and Benefits Managerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Management Occupations. The annual mean wage of $162,640 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 11-3111