Facilities Managers vs. General and Operations Managers: Who Earns More?
Facilities Managers out-earn General and Operations Managers by $890 a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Facilities Managers land at $106,660 and General and Operations Managers at $105,770. The education gap is real: facilities manager programs typically require bachelor's degree, while general and operations manager programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Facilities Managers is Washington ($139,990); for General and Operations Managers it's New Jersey ($173,690).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Facilities Managers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Facilities Managers or General and Operations Managers?
Facilities Managers earn more nationally. The median is $106,660 for Facilities Managers versus $105,770 for General and Operations Managers, a difference of $890. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Facilities Managers or General and Operations Managers?
General and Operations Managers has the better 10-year outlook at 4.4% projected growth, compared to 3.8% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Facilities Managers or General and Operations Managers?
Facilities Managers typically requires bachelor's degree. General and Operations Managers requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Facilities Managers get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Facilities Managers at $139,990/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Facilities Managers vs. General and Operations Managers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In Washington, Facilities Managers earn $139,990 vs. $133,750 for General and Operations Managers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.