As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Car Dealership General Manager in the United States is $75,225. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $66,133 to $85,038, with most professionals earning between $57,855 and $93,973.
| Percentile | Salary | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Car Dealership General Manager Salary | $57,855 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 25th Percentile Car Dealership General Manager Salary | $66,133 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 50th Percentile Car Dealership General Manager Salary | $75,225 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 75th Percentile Car Dealership General Manager Salary | $85,038 | US | April 01, 2025 |
| 90th Percentile Car Dealership General Manager Salary | $93,973 | US | April 01, 2025 |
In the United States and Canada, a franchised new-car and -truck dealership is a retailer that sells new and also possibly used cars, including certified preowned vehicles, employs trained automotive technicians, and offers financing. In the United States, direct manufacturer auto sales are prohibited in almost every state by franchise laws requiring that new cars be sold only by dealers. Used car dealers carry cars from many different manufacturers, while new car dealerships are generally franchises associated with only one manufacturer. Some new car dealerships may carry multiple brands fro...
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3 - 5 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
5 + years experience
Bachelor's Degree
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