Assistant Vice President Community Relations Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Vice President Community Relations make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Vice President Community Relations in the United States is $62,420 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Assistant Vice President Community Relations's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,393
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,261 to $70,257
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,743
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Assistant Vice President Community Relations Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $70,257 $5,855 $1,351 $34
Average $62,420 $5,202 $1,200 $30
25th Percentile $55,261 $4,605 $1,063 $27
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Vice President Community Relations Salaries

An Assistant Vice President Community Relations'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Vice President Community Relations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Vice President Community Relations'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): $60,787
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $75,145
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $94,363
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,628
  • Expert (over 8 years): $132,788
Levels Salary
Assistant... Level Assistant Vice President Community Relations$60,787
Public Re... Level Assistant Vice President Community Relations$75,145
Public Re... Level Assistant Vice President Community Relations$94,363
Public Re... Level Assistant Vice President Community Relations$117,628
Public Re... Level Assistant Vice President Community Relations$132,788
$60,787 0 yr
$75,145 < 2 yrs
$94,363 2-4 yrs
$117,628 5-8 yrs
$132,788 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Assistant Vice President Community Relations 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 Assistant Vice President Community Relations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $69,111.
  • California: $68,849.
  • Massachusetts: $67,932.

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Vice President Community Relations

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: $78,730
  • San Francisco: $77,868
  • Oakland: $76,227

What Skills Can Increase an Assistant Vice President Community Relations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 5.52% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Campaign Management (Mentioned in 2.03% Job Postings): Planning, tracking and analyzing of all the marketing initiatives to increase the quality of our business's strategies.
  • Strategic Communication (Mentioned in 1.71% Job Postings): Strategic communication refers to policy-making and guidance for consistent information activity within an organization and between organizations.
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Leadership 5.52%
Campaign Management 2.03%
Strategic Communication 1.71%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Assistant Vice President Community Relations's salary.
  • Marketing Research: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Campaign Management: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Corporate Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Marketing Research
 $71,159
14%
Campaign Management
 $69,910
12%
Corporate Communications
 $69,286
11%
Marketing Concepts
 $69,286
11%
Project Management
 $68,662
10%
Guest Relations
 $68,662
10%
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Assistant Vice President Community Relations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Vice President Community Relations roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Vice President Community Relations positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Vice President Community Relations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Vice President Community Relations

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$78,025$38.025%
Internet$74,904$36.020%
Pharmaceuticals$71,783$35.015%
Energy & Utilities$68,662$33.010%
Financial Services$68,662$33.010%

How Education impacts an Assistant Vice President Community Relations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Vice President Community Relations enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Vice President Community Relations with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $61,171 and $63,866).

Assistant Vice President Community Relations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Vice President Community Relations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.1%
High School 2.1%
Associates 2.2%
Bachelors 81.1%
Masters 14.0%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Assistant Vice President Community Relations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Vice President Community Relations'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.

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$55,261
Average $62,420/year
$70,257
$4,605
Average $5,202/month
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$1,063
Average $1,200/week
$1,351
$27
Average $30/hour
$34
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $70,257 $5,855 $1,351 $34
Average $62,420 $5,202 $1,200 $30
25th Percentile $55,261 $4,605 $1,063 $27

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Salary Trends for Assistant Vice President Community Relations

Salaries for an Assistant Vice President Community Relations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $62,320 in 2023 to around $61,427 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Assistant Vice President Community Relations salary trends, .

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