Facilities Managers vs. General and Operations Managers: Who Earns More?
Facilities Managerss out-earn General and Operations Managerss by $890 a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Facilities Managerss land at $106,660 and General and Operations Managerss 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 Managerss is Washington ($139,990); for General and Operations Managerss 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 Managerss or General and Operations Managerss?
Facilities Managerss earn more nationally. The median is $106,660 for Facilities Managerss versus $105,770 for General and Operations Managerss, a difference of $890. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Facilities Managers or General and Operations Managers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
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 Managerss get paid the most?
Washington is the top-paying state for Facilities Managerss 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 Managerss earn $139,990 vs. $133,750 for General and Operations Managerss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.