What are the main factors that influence a Brand Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Brand Manager's salary?

A Brand Manager's salary grows with experience: a Product/Brand Management Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $89,853, a Product/Brand Management Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $111,732, a Brand Manager (7+ years)earns $138,274, a Product/Brand Management Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $171,061, a Product/Brand Management Supervisor (10+ years)earns $124,999,

What are the highest paying states for a Brand Manager?

Brand Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Brand Manager roles are District of Columbia $138,616, California $138,090, Massachusetts $136,250. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Brand Manager roles make?

Salaries for Brand Manager level roles vary by specialization: Brand Design Manager: $147,601; Product/Brand Management Manager: $135,275; Brand Development Manager: $132,073; Innovation Brand Manager: $131,130; Brand Partnership Manager: $127,886.

Brand Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Brand Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Brand Manager in District of Columbia is $138,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $67.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,479
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $128,288 to $143,255
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $118,885

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Brand Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,255	$11,938	$2,755	$69
Average	$138,616	$11,551	$2,666	$67
25th Percentile	$128,288	$10,691	$2,467	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Brand Manager Salaries

A Brand 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Brand Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Brand 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $89,853
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,732
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,274
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $171,061
Expert (over 8 years): $124,999

Levels	Salary
Product/B... Level Brand Manager	$89,853
Product/B... Level Brand Manager	$111,732
Brand Man... Level Brand Manager	$138,274
Product/B... Level Brand Manager	$171,061
Product/B... Level Brand Manager	$124,999

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How Do Brand Manager 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 Brand Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $138,616.
California: $138,090.
Massachusetts: $136,250.

District of Columbia $138,616 California $138,090 Massachusetts $136,250 Washington $135,749 New Jersey $135,699 Alaska $135,524 Connecticut $133,796 New York $133,095

Hawaii $130,854 Rhode Island $129,802 Maryland $129,089 Minnesota $128,112 Colorado $127,736 Illinois $127,611 Oregon $127,136 Delaware $126,785

New Hampshire $126,565 Virginia $126,071 Pennsylvania $124,632 Nevada $123,905 North Dakota $123,668 Michigan $123,292 Wisconsin $123,154 Vermont $122,879

Texas $122,115 Maine $122,065 Arizona $121,990 Ohio $121,902 Georgia $120,751 Indiana $120,175 Wyoming $120,062 Utah $119,887

Iowa $119,812 Kansas $119,211 Louisiana $119,035 North Carolina $118,973 Missouri $118,948 Florida $118,460 Montana $118,197 Nebraska $117,946

Kentucky $117,808 South Carolina $117,308 Tennessee $116,995 Idaho $116,870 New Mexico $115,956 Oklahoma $115,755 Alabama $115,017 South Dakota $113,777

Arkansas $113,101 West Virginia $112,738 Mississippi $111,649

Top Paying Cities for Brand 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:

Parcel Return Service: $137,863
Washington: $137,865
Naval Anacost Annex: $137,858

Parcel Return Service, DC $137,863 Washington, DC $137,865 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $137,858 Washington Navy Yard, DC $137,863

Brand Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Brand 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$128,288

Average $138,616/year

$143,255

$10,691

Average $11,551/month

$11,938

$2,467

Average $2,666/week

$2,755

$62

Average $67/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,255	$11,938	$2,755	$69
Average	$138,616	$11,551	$2,666	$67
25th Percentile	$128,288	$10,691	$2,467	$62

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