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IT Service Desk Manager

Average IT Service Desk Manager Salary

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$84,160
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$45k
MEDIAN
$84k
90%
$118k

The average salary for an IT Service Desk Manager is $84,160 in 2025

Base Salary
$45k - $118k
Bonus
$2k - $17k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $2k
Total Pay
$49k - $120k
Based on 42 salary profiles (last updated Mar 04 2025)
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Common Health Benefits for a IT Service Desk Manager

Medical
94%
Dental
81%
Vision
71%
None
6%

Gender Breakdown for IT Service Desk Managers

Male
77.3%
Female
22.7%
This data is based on 22 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About IT Service Desk Managers

What is the highest pay for IT Service Desk Managers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an IT Service Desk Manager is $118k / year

What is the lowest pay for IT Service Desk Managers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an IT Service Desk Manager is $45k / year

How can IT Service Desk Managers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an IT Service Desk Manager is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an IT Service Desk Manager that oversees more junior IT Service Desk Managers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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