As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Infection Control Manager in the United States is $124,563. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $111,952 to $141,211, with most professionals earning between $100,470 and $156,368.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $141,211 | $11,768 | $2,716 | $68 |
| Average | $124,563 | $10,380 | $2,395 | $60 |
| 25th Percentile | $111,952 | $9,329 | $2,153 | $54 |
An entry-level Infection Control Manager with less than 1 year of experience earns about $118,916. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $119,857. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $121,363. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $123,245, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $127,048.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Infection Control Manager | $118,916 |
| Intermediate Level Infection Control Manager | $119,857 |
| Senior Level Infection Control Manager | $121,363 |
| Specialist Level Infection Control Manager | $123,245 |
| Expert Level Infection Control Manager | $127,048 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 2% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Infection Control Manager compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $130,796 in 2023 to approximately $129,329 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Infection Control Manager salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $124,563 | 72.2% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $9,529 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $4,983 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $2,491 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,374 | 3.7% | ||
| Pension | $6,851 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $17,726 | 10.3% | ||
| Total Compensation | $172,517 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| Associates | 50.0% |
| Masters | 50.0% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Infection Control Manager is $124,563. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Infection Control Manager is $60; the average weekly pay of Infection Control Manager is $2,395; the average monthly pay of Infection Control Manager is $10,380.
An Infection Control Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Infection Control Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Infection Control Manager is $157,111.
The highest pay for Infection Control Manager is $156,368.
The lowest pay for Infection Control Manager is $100,470.
Develops and implements infection control policies designed to reduce or eliminate outbreaks in the facility. Develops and implements facility-wide infection prevention and control measures to protect patients, staff and visitors. Monitors patient care for compliance with established standards and investigates known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control. Develops and provides related education to staff. Complies with state, federal and Joint Commission standards relating to infection control. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience.
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