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Marketing Communications Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Marketing Communications Manager make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Marketing Communications Manager in the United States is $116,036 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Marketing Communications Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,208
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $102,117 to $129,212
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,444
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Marketing Communications Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $129,212 $10,768 $2,485 $62
Average $116,036 $9,670 $2,231 $56
25th Percentile $102,117 $8,510 $1,964 $49
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Key Factors That Influence Marketing Communications Manager Salaries

A Marketing Communications Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Marketing Communications Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Marketing Communications Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Marketing Communications Specialist V (7-10 years): $149,458
  • Marketing Communications Supervisor (10+ years): $100,776
  • Marketing Communications Manager (10+ years): $116,036
  • Marketing Communications Senior Manager (10+ years): $144,725
  • Marketing Communications Director (10+ years): $173,635
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Marketing Communications Specialist V7-10 years$149,458
Marketing Communications Supervisor10+ years$100,776
Marketing Communications Manager10+ years$116,036
Marketing Communications Senior Manager10+ years$144,725
Marketing Communications Director10+ years$173,635
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Top Paying Cities for Marketing Communications Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $146,356
  • San Francisco: $144,917
  • Oakland: $141,703

What Skills Can Increase a Marketing Communications Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Initiative (Mentioned in 5.11% Job Postings): Taking decisive action and initiating plans independently to address problems, improve professional life, and achieve goals.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.03% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
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Initiative 5.11%
Microsoft Office 2.03%
PowerPoint 1.45%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Marketing Communications Manager's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Corporate Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Business Development: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
 $119,517
3%
Corporate Communications
 $119,517
3%
Business Development
 $119,517
3%
Insight
 $119,517
3%
Lead Generation
 $119,517
3%
Leadership
 $118,357
2%
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How Education impacts a Marketing Communications Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Marketing Communications Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Marketing Communications Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $116,093 and $125,763).

Marketing Communications Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Marketing Communications Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.1%
High School 2.1%
Associates 3.3%
Bachelors 62.4%
Masters 31.3%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Marketing Communications Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Marketing Communications Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$102,117
Average $116,036/year
$129,212
$8,510
Average $9,670/month
$10,768
$1,964
Average $2,231/week
$2,485
$49
Average $56/hour
$62
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $129,212 $10,768 $2,485 $62
Average $116,036 $9,670 $2,231 $56
25th Percentile $102,117 $8,510 $1,964 $49

Marketing Communications Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Marketing Communications Manager
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Marketing Communications Senior Manager
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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Marketing Communications Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Marketing Communications Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Media Design Manager $133,644 15%
Marketing Communications Senior Manager $144,725 25%

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FAQ about Marketing Communications Manager

1. Where can a Marketing Communications Manager earn the most?

A Marketing Communications Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Marketing Communications Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Marketing Communications Manager is $146,356.

2. What is the highest pay for Marketing Communications Manager?

The highest pay for Marketing Communications Manager is $141,208.

3. What is the lowest pay for Marketing Communications Manager?

The lowest pay for Marketing Communications Manager is $89,444.

4. What are the responsibilities of Marketing Communications Manager?

Manages an organization's marketing communication strategies to promote a company's brand, products, or services to its target audience. Designs consistent themes, messaging, and branding throughout all advertising, social media, and promotional communications. Develops strategic messaging for specific advertising or promotional channels to effectively reach targeted customer segments. Implements efficient processes for the regulatory review and approval of communication materials. Explores and adopts new channels, methods, and platforms to optimize marketing communications. Researches and coordinates trade shows, special events, and conferences to showcase products and amplify messaging. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.

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