Business & Management Kansas · 2026 +3.0% YoY proj.

General Manager Salary in Kansas

How General Managers in Kansas get paid in 2026 — median, range, experience tiers, metro breakdown, and a comparison against national pay.

$112,600
Median annual General Manager salary in Kansas, Q1 2026 projection.
That's $16,800 (-13%) below the national median of $129,400.
Range: $85,600 (P25) → $146,400 (P75) → $185,800 (P90).
Pay distribution · 2026
P25
$85,600
MEDIAN
$112,600
P75
$146,400
P90
$185,800
By Tenure

General Manager Salary by Experience in Kansas

Pay tiers reflect typical Kansas compensation across career stages. Specialized employers may pay above these ranges.

ExperienceMedian 202625th %75th %
Entry (0–1 yr)$78,800$59,900$102,400
Junior (2–4 yrs)$97,900$74,400$127,300
Mid-Level (5–9 yrs)$112,600$85,600$146,400
Senior (10–14 yrs)$135,100$102,700$175,600
Veteran (15+ yrs)$153,100$116,400$199,100
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Regional Comparison

General Manager Pay in Nearby States

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FAQ

General Manager Salary in Kansas: FAQ

What is the average General Manager salary in Kansas?

The average General Manager salary in Kansas is $112,600 per year as of 2026, based on projections from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics. The 25th percentile sits at $85,600 and the 75th at $146,400.

Is Kansas a good state for General Managers?

Pay-wise, Kansas sits -13% below the national General Manager median ($129,400). Wages run below the national median, but cost of living is often correspondingly lower; net purchasing power may be similar to higher-paying states.

How much do senior General Managers earn in Kansas?

Senior General Managers (10–14 years of experience) in Kansas earn around $135,100 per year on average. Veterans with 15+ years can reach $153,100 or more, especially at the 75th percentile and above.

How does Kansas compare to other states for General Manager pay?

Among all 51 jurisdictions (50 states + DC), Kansas ranks 37th for General Manager pay. The highest-paying state pays around $181,200 on average.

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