Facilities Manager salary
From 26 certified H-1B filings (FY2025–FY2026). Base salary only.
- Occupation code 11-3013: Facilities Managers
At a glance
- Median down 22% since FY2023. From $128,999 in FY2023 to $100,277 in FY2025 (Q1–Q3). Nominal, not adjusted for inflation.
Facilities Manager H-1B salary overview
Employers filed 26 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications for Facilities Manager jobs in FY2025–FY2026 (occupation code 11-3013, Facilities Managers). The median base salary is $96,647, 21% below the median for all H-1B filings ($122,699), and half of the filings fall between $85,478 and $157,404.
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Pay by level
Entry-level · 100% of filings
Mid-level · 0% of filings
Senior · 0% of filings
Expert · 0% of filings
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By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | $82,150 | 10 |
| Level II · Qualified | – | 0 |
| Level III · Experienced | – | 0 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | – | 0 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
What a Facilities Manager does
Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.
Typical tasks
- Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.
- Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and electrical and mechanical systems.
- Oversee construction and renovation projects to improve efficiency and to ensure that facilities meet environmental, health, and security standards, and comply with government regulations.
- Plan, administer, and control budgets for contracts, equipment, and supplies.
- Participate in architectural and engineering planning and design, including space and installation management.
- Set goals and deadlines for the department.
Preparation
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed. Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
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H-1B pay vs. all U.S. workers
Across all U.S. workers in this occupation (Facilities Managers), the median annual wage was $106,660 in May 2025, with 156,180 people employed. The median H-1B base salary in FY2025–FY2026 is $96,647, 9% lower.
| H-1B filings | All U.S. workers (BLS, May 2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $68,047 | $64,480 |
| 25th percentile | $85,478 | $82,020 |
| Median | $96,647 | $106,660 |
| 75th percentile | $157,404 | $138,870 |
| 90th percentile | $175,677 | $176,120 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). BLS wages cover all wage and salary workers and include some incentive pay; H-1B figures are the base salary offered on certified LCAs. The two sources cover different periods. BLS reports wages of $239,200 or more as a single top value.
Salary details
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $68,047 |
| 25th | $85,478 |
| 50th (median) | $96,647 |
| 75th | $157,404 |
| 90th | $175,677 |
Salary by year
Median salary
Filings per year
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| Fiscal year | Median | P25 | P75 | Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | – | – | – | 0 |
| FY2021 | – | – | – | 0 |
| FY2022 | – | – | – | 3 |
| FY2023 | $128,999 | $76,170 | $147,820 | 14 |
| FY2024 | $85,000 | $71,775 | $220,830 | 11 |
| FY2025 | $100,277 | $87,006 | $165,816 | 17 |
| FY2026 | – | – | – | 9 |
Questions
How much does an H-1B Facilities Manager make?
The median base salary in certified H-1B filings for Facilities Manager jobs is $96,647 (26 filings, FY2025–FY2026). Half of the filings are between $85,478 and $157,404.
What does an entry-level Facilities Manager earn on an H-1B?
Level I (entry-level) filings have a median of $82,150. Level I accounts for 100% of Facilities Manager filings.
Do H-1B Facilities Managers earn more than other U.S. workers in the same job?
The H-1B median base salary ($96,647) is 9% lower than the median wage of all U.S. workers in this occupation ($106,660, BLS May 2025). The sources measure pay differently, so treat this as a rough comparison.