Facilities Managers
Administrative services and facilities managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities that help an organization run efficiently.
Is facilities managers a good career?
It scores 26/100 and ranks #193 of 825 occupations on pay, growth, employment and openings. Here's what the federal data says, with no editorializing.
Advantages
- Pays well above the U.S. median wage ($106,660 vs $61,390)
Possible tradeoffs
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree
- Often needs prior experience (less than 5 years)
What facilities managers earn
Wages: BLS OEWS May 2025Pay is a range, not a number. Half of U.S. facilities managers earn between $82,020 and $138,870 a year.
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- Typical education
- Bachelor's degree
- Work experience
- Less than 5 years
- On-the-job training
- None
- Outlook
- Employment is projected to grow as fast as average through 2034.
Education
Administrative services and facilities managers typically need a bachelor’s degree, often in business or a related field. However, some people enter the occupation with a high school diploma.
Licenses, certifications & registrations
Although it is not required, professional certification may give candidates an advantage when applying for jobs.
Several professional associations for administrative services and facilities managers offer certifications. Some associations offer certification that specializes in facility management.
Important qualities
Analytical skills. Administrative services and facilities managers must be able to review an organization’s procedures for ways to improve efficiency.
Communication skills. Administrative services and facilities managers often work with others. They must be able to convey ideas clearly, both orally and in writing.
Detail oriented. Administrative services and facilities managers must pay attention to details across a range of tasks, such as ensuring that the organization complies with building codes and managing the process of buying equipment.
Leadership skills. In directing workers and coordinating organizational duties, administrative services and facilities managers must be able to motivate employees and handle problems that arise.
Related occupations
How much do facilities managers make?
The national median wage is $106,660 a year, with the middle half earning between $82,020 and $138,870 (BLS OEWS May 2025).
Is facilities managers a good career?
On the Jobs.best index it scores 26 of 100 and ranks #193 of 825 occupations, weighing pay, growth, employment and openings. Employment is projected to change +3.8% through 2034.
What education do you need to become a facilities manager?
The typical entry-level education is bachelor's degree, usually with less than 5 years.
Where do facilities managers earn the most?
Among states, Washington pays the highest median ($139,990). Local pay for every state and metro is below.