Vendor Risk Manager Salary in the United States

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How much does a Vendor Risk Manager make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Vendor Risk Manager in the United States is $123,479. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $92,704 to a high of $166,881, with most professionals earning between $107,370 and $146,197.

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Vendor Risk Manager Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Vendor Risk Manager between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of April 01, 2025. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Vendor Risk Manager in each city.

Vendor Risk Manager Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $154,213
Washington, DC $136,716
Miami, FL $118,638
Chicago, IL $127,603
Boston, MA $137,716
New York, NY $143,099
Dallas, TX $121,935
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Average Salary Range for Vendor Risk Manager

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
107370
146197
123479

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
120485
172979
142499
What is the average salary for Vendor Risk Manager in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Vendor Risk Manager in the United States. The base salary for Vendor Risk Manager ranges from $107,370 to $146,197 with the average base salary of $123,479. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $120,485 to $172,979 with the average total cash compensation of $142,499.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $123,479 $107,370 - $146,197
Bonus $19,020 $13,115 - $26,782
Total Pay $142,499 $120,485 - $172,979
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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Comments about Vendor Risk Manager

What's the difference between Vendor Risk Analyst and Vendor Risk Manager?
According to our latest salary estimation on April 01, 2025. The average salary of Vendor Risk Manager is $123,479, and the average salary of Vendor Risk Analyst is $123,561. The average salary of Vendor Risk Analyst is higher than Vendor Risk Manager. ( 2025-03-25 salary.com )
I am a Vendor Risk Manager, which location’s salary is higher, Riverside, CA or Bossier City, LA?
Riverside, CA typically sees higher pay than Bossier City, LA for Vendor Risk Manager. a Vendor Risk Manager Salary in Riverside, CA is $130,282 as of April 01, 2025; a Vendor Risk Manager Salary in Bossier City, LA is $113,279 as of April 01, 2025. ( 2025-03-25 salary.com )

Vendor Risk Manager Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Vendor Risk Manager vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2025-03-25 salary.com )
What are the Pay Factors for Vendor Risk Manager?
Salary ranges for a Vendor Risk Manager can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2025-03-25 salary.com )
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Salaries are ultimately dictated by the position being applied to, and hiring company, but there are several important pay factors that come into play based on your individual history that could impact your value to the company. Salary.com's Personal Salary Report will analyze these factors for you to help you maximize your earning potential. ( 2025-03-25 salary.com )

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Last Update: April 01, 2025