As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Competitive Pricing Director in the United States is $192,158 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $92.
However, a Competitive Pricing Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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A Competitive Pricing Director'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Competitive Pricing Director'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Competitive Pricing Manager | 5+ years | $124,452 |
| Competitive Pricing Senior Manager | 5+ years | $161,256 |
| Competitive Pricing Director | 5+ years | $192,158 |
| Vice President of Competitive Pricing | 5+ years | $222,458 |
| SVP of Competitive Pricing | 5+ years | $259,912 |
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Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Competitive Pricing Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Understanding how a Competitive Pricing Director'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.
Last Updated on May 01, 2026For a Competitive Pricing Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Competitive Pricing role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $222,458 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.
Salaries for a Competitive Pricing Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $185,732 in 2023 to around $178,121 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Competitive Pricing Director salary trends, .
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| 2023 | $185,732 |
| 2024 | $183,639 |
| 2025 | $178,121 |
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A Competitive Pricing Director'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 Competitive Pricing Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Competitive Pricing Director is $242,369.
The highest pay for Competitive Pricing Director is $218,772.
The lowest pay for Competitive Pricing Director is $161,849.
Oversees research projects and develops pricing strategies and tactics for product lines and market segments that optimize sales, revenue, and market penetration. Analyzes pricing intelligence to develop insights about customers, competition, geographies, market segments, capacity, and business environment. Collaborates with teams across functions to develop targets, promotions, new products, and go-to-market pricing. Develops and implements models, tools, and databases used to test pricing and maintain responsiveness to changes in the competitive environment. Requires a bachelor's degree in business or related discipline. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
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