Paycheck Atlas

Highest-paying cities for agents and business managers of artists, performers, and athletes

San Francisco, CA leads at $103,730 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.

PlaceMedian25th–75th
San Francisco, CA$103,730$81,420–$177,560
Miami, FL$100,650$60,210–$494,410
San Diego, CA$98,930$75,860–$220,680
Los Angeles, CA$97,750$76,010–$163,420
Dallas, TX$90,530$68,210–$105,830
New York, NY$83,820$58,610–$132,150
Washington, DC$83,360$61,320–$139,770
Cleveland, OH$76,790$74,720–$78,280
Nashville, TN$75,390$51,310–$123,940
Seattle, WA$74,620$61,660–$100,690
Chicago, IL$57,410$45,510–$75,520

Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.