Brand Marketing Director Salary in the United States

How much does a Brand Marketing Director make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Brand Marketing Director in the United States is $213,885 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $103.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $252,014
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $194,481 to $233,843
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $176,815
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Brand Marketing Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $233,843 $19,487 $4,497 $112
Average $213,885 $17,824 $4,113 $103
25th Percentile $194,481 $16,207 $3,740 $94
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Key Factors That Influence Brand Marketing Director Salaries

A Brand Marketing 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.

How Experience Level Affects Brand Marketing Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Brand Marketing 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $200,362
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $202,126
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $204,478
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $208,007
  • Expert (over 8 years): $212,417
Levels Salary
Entry Level Brand Marketing Director$200,362
Intermediate Level Brand Marketing Director$202,126
Senior Level Brand Marketing Director$204,478
Specialist Level Brand Marketing Director$208,007
Expert Level Brand Marketing Director$212,417
$200,362 0 yr
$202,126 < 2 yrs
$204,478 2-4 yrs
$208,007 5-8 yrs
$212,417 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Brand Marketing Directors

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: $269,773
  • San Francisco: $267,121
  • Oakland: $261,196

Brand Marketing Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Brand Marketing 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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Brand Marketing Director

Salaries for a Brand Marketing Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $186,167 in 2023 to around $184,634 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Brand Marketing Director salary trends, .

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