General and Operations Managers

Business Management • Business & Finance Careers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

Typical Salary (Median)
$102,950
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$133,120
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
3,584,420
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
BLS Code: 111021

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road General and Operations Managers earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for General and Operations Managers (2024)

10th Percentile
$47,420
25th Percentile
$67,160
75th Percentile
$164,130

Top Industries

Industries with the most General and Operations Managers positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
3,584,420
$133,120 avg
2
Cross-industry, Private Ownership Only
3,420,090
$132,920 avg
3
Sectors 44 and 45 - Retail Trade
452,460
$92,570 avg
4
Sector 54 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
439,080
$171,290 avg
5
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
439,080
$171,290 avg

Work Environment

Office Various

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

General and Operations Managers professionals work in business & finance careers, specifically in business management. This role typically requires bachelor's degree and offers a median salary of $102,950.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for General and Operations Managers is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 3,584,420 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

general manager operations manager business manager GM

Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.