Purchasing Managers Salary in U.S. (2024)
The median pay for a purchasing managers in U.S. is $139,510/year ($67.07/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $86K at the entry level to $219K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $140K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level purchasing managers (10th percentile) start around $86K. Mid-career wages sit at $140K.Top earners bring in $219K or more - a $134K spread from bottom to top.
Purchasing Managers pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $173K | +24% | 2,830 |
| District of Columbia | $172K | +23% | 1,180 |
| Massachusetts | $169K | +21% | 2,370 |
| Washington | $165K | +18% | 2,150 |
| New York | $165K | +18% | 5,980 |
| Virginia | $161K | +16% | 3,630 |
| Minnesota | $157K | +13% | 1,400 |
| Maryland | $153K | +10% | 2,520 |
| New Hampshire | $153K | +10% | 510 |
| California | $152K | +9% | 7,260 |
| West Virginia | $140K | +1% | 190 |
| Arizona | $139K | -0% | 1,840 |
| Illinois | $139K | -0% | 4,130 |
| Rhode Island | $138K | -1% | 210 |
| Michigan | $138K | -1% | 2,830 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do purchasing managers make in U.S.?
The median is $139,510 a year - that works out to about $67.07 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $85,500, and experienced purchasing managers can clear $219,140. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $140K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $8,842/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 16% of your paycheck. That's under the 30% guideline most financial planners use, so the numbers work.
How far does a purchasing managers salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median purchasing managers salary is worth about $139,510 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do purchasing managers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.