What are the main factors that influence an Ad Executive's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Ad Executive's salary?

An Ad Executive's salary grows with experience: a Ad Executive (0-2 years)earns $67,524, a Payroll Administrator II (2-4 years)earns $79,036, a Payroll Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $91,441, a Payroll Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $111,001, a Payroll Team Lead (7+ years)earns $96,075,

What are the highest paying states for an Ad Executive?

Ad Executive salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Ad Executive roles are District of Columbia $66,017, California $65,767, Massachusetts $64,890. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Ad Executive roles make?

Salaries for Ad Executive level roles vary by specialization: Ad Operations Executive: $276,694; Ad Specialist: $104,898; Ad Sales Account Executive: $101,412; Account Executive - Advertising: $77,649; Ad Trafficker: $76,963.

Ad Executive Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Ad Executive make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ad Executive in District of Columbia is $66,017 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Ad Executive's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,191
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,783 to $71,342
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,196

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Ad Executive Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,342	$5,945	$1,372	$34
Average	$66,017	$5,501	$1,270	$32
25th Percentile	$58,783	$4,899	$1,130	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Ad Executive Salaries

An Ad Executive'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.

How Experience Level Affects Ad Executive Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Ad Executive'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $67,524
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,036
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,441
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,001
Expert (over 8 years): $96,075

Levels	Salary
Ad Execut... Level Ad Executive	$67,524
Payroll A... Level Ad Executive	$79,036
Payroll A... Level Ad Executive	$91,441
Payroll A... Level Ad Executive	$111,001
Payroll T... Level Ad Executive	$96,075

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How Do Ad Executive Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Ad Executives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $66,017.
California: $65,767.
Massachusetts: $64,890.

District of Columbia $66,017 California $65,767 Massachusetts $64,890 Washington $64,652 New Jersey $64,628 Alaska $64,544 Connecticut $63,722 New York $63,388

Hawaii $62,320 Rhode Island $61,820 Maryland $61,480 Minnesota $61,015 Colorado $60,836 Illinois $60,776 Oregon $60,549 Delaware $60,383

New Hampshire $60,278 Virginia $60,043 Pennsylvania $59,357 Nevada $59,011 North Dakota $58,898 Michigan $58,719 Wisconsin $58,653 Vermont $58,522

Texas $58,159 Maine $58,135 Arizona $58,099 Ohio $58,057 Georgia $57,509 Indiana $57,234 Wyoming $57,181 Utah $57,097

Iowa $57,061 Kansas $56,775 Louisiana $56,692 North Carolina $56,662 Missouri $56,650 Florida $56,417 Montana $56,292 Nebraska $56,173

Kentucky $56,107 South Carolina $55,869 Tennessee $55,720 Idaho $55,660 New Mexico $55,225 Oklahoma $55,130 Alabama $54,778 South Dakota $54,187

Arkansas $53,865 West Virginia $53,693 Mississippi $53,174

Top Paying Cities for Ad Executives

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:

Parcel Return Service: $65,659
Washington: $65,659
Naval Anacost Annex: $65,656

Parcel Return Service, DC $65,659 Washington, DC $65,659 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $65,656 Washington Navy Yard, DC $65,659

Ad Executive Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Ad Executive'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, 2026

$58,783

Average $66,017/year

$71,342

$4,899

Average $5,501/month

$5,945

$1,130

Average $1,270/week

$1,372

$28

Average $32/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,342	$5,945	$1,372	$34
Average	$66,017	$5,501	$1,270	$32
25th Percentile	$58,783	$4,899	$1,130	$28

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