Purchasing Managers
Occupation
$139,510
National Median Salary
$67.07
Median Hourly Wage
81,240
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+31.5%
10 Year Change
$106,090
2014 Median
$139,510
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Purchasing Managers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance Agencies and Brokerages | $208,560 | 120 |
| Pipeline Transportation | $203,210 | 30 |
| Other Nondepository Credit Intermediation | $199,870 | 50 |
| Oil and Gas Extraction | $195,130 | 140 |
| Agencies, Brokerages, and Other Insurance Related Activities | $182,200 | 180 |
Top Paying States for Purchasing Managers
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $173,130 | 2,830 |
| District of Columbia | $171,910 | 1,180 |
| Massachusetts | $168,890 | 2,370 |
| Washington | $165,170 | 2,150 |
| New York | $164,950 | 5,980 |
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Other Nondepository Credit Intermediation
Oil and Gas Extraction
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