The salary of an Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising in the United States varies depending on several factors, including experience, location, education level, marketing trend and company sizes.
As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising in the United States is $113,565. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $97,245 to a high of $150,425, with most professionals earning between $105,022 and $132,859.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $132,859 | $11,072 | $2,555 | $64 |
| Average | $113,565 | $9,464 | $2,184 | $55 |
| 25th Percentile | $105,022 | $8,752 | $2,020 | $50 |
An entry-level Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising with less than 1 year of experience earns about $108,480. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $109,110. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $110,370. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $112,260, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $119,376.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising | $108,480 |
| Intermediate Level Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising | $109,110 |
| Senior Level Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising | $110,370 |
| Specialist Level Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising | $112,260 |
| Expert Level Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising | $119,376 |
| Entry Level | 4% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 1% |
| Experienced | 5% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $91,128 in 2023 to approximately $91,738 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $113,565 | 44.2% | ||
| Bonus | $76,427 | 29.7% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $13,208 | 5.1% | ||
| 401K/403B | $7,980 | 3.1% | ||
| Disability | $3,800 | 1.5% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 3.3% | ||
| Pension | $10,260 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $23,384 | 9.1% | ||
| Total Compensation | $256,974 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 1.1% |
| High School | 4.3% |
| Associates | 2.4% |
| Bachelors | 69.9% |
| Masters | 21.3% |
| Doctorate | 0.8% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising is $113,565. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising is $55; the average weekly pay of Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising is $2,184; the average monthly pay of Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising is $9,464.
An Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising'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, an Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising is $142,524.
The highest pay for Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising is $150,425.
The lowest pay for Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising is $97,245.
Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising maintains relationships and favorable contacts with current and potential advertising accounts. Targets potential advertising clients and develops relationships in order to acquire new advertising accounts. Being an Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising may be responsible for selling ad programs in digital formats including banners/buttons, rich media, and interactive ad products. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be an Account Executive, Sr. - Advertising typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience.
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