Occupation ยท SOC 11-2022
Sales Managers: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of sales managers can typically be done from home. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 603,710 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $138,060 ($66.38 an hour).
US employment
603,710
Median annual wage
$138,060
Mean annual wage
$160,930
Median hourly wage
$66.38
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
Less than 5 years
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing Managers | $161,030 | $22,970 (+16.6%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Purchasing Managers | $139,510 | $1,450 (+1.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Chief Executives | $206,420 | $68,360 (+49.5%) | 5 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California108,120
- 2. Texas76,980
- 3. Florida37,060
- 4. New York35,160
- 5. Illinois31,160
- 6. Ohio20,320
- 7. Pennsylvania19,850
- 8. Georgia18,110
- 9. New Jersey18,110
- 10. North Carolina18,020
States that pay the most
- 1. New York$214,350
- 2. Delaware$201,090
- 3. Colorado$174,840
- 4. New Jersey$171,490
- 5. Virginia$170,970
- 6. Massachusetts$170,610
- 7. Washington$167,210
- 8. District of Columbia$154,320
- 9. Kansas$151,440
- 10. Georgia$149,570
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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