What are the main factors that influence a Communications Executive's salary?

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

How does experience change A Communications Executive's salary?

A Communications Executive's salary grows with experience: a Communications Editor I (0-2 years)earns $61,586, a Communications Editor II (2-4 years)earns $74,952, a Communications Executive (4-7 years)earns $96,931, a Communications Editor IV (7+ years)earns $111,147, a Communications Editor Supervisor (7+ years)earns $104,490,

What are the highest paying states for a Communications Executive?

Communications Executive salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Communications Executive roles are District of Columbia $108,437, California $108,026, Massachusetts $106,586. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Communications Executive roles make?

Salaries for Communications Executive level roles vary by specialization: Top Executive of Medical Communications: $348,160; Global Communications Executive: $243,190; Strategic Organizational Communications Executive: $243,190; VP of Communications: $243,190; Executive Director, Corporate Communications: $183,193.

Communications Executive Salary in Delaware

How much does a Communications Executive make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communications Executive in Delaware is $99,182 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $119,823
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $89,408 to $109,986
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $80,509

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Communications Executive Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,986	$9,166	$2,115	$53
Average	$99,182	$8,265	$1,907	$48
25th Percentile	$89,408	$7,451	$1,719	$43

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Key Factors That Influence Communications Executive Salaries

A Communications 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 Communications Executive Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Communications 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): $61,586
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,952
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,931
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $111,147
Expert (over 8 years): $104,490

Levels	Salary
Communica... Level Communications Executive	$61,586
Communica... Level Communications Executive	$74,952
Communica... Level Communications Executive	$96,931
Communica... Level Communications Executive	$111,147
Communica... Level Communications Executive	$104,490

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How Do Communications 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 Communications Executives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $108,437.
California: $108,026.
Massachusetts: $106,586.

District of Columbia $108,437 California $108,026 Massachusetts $106,586 Washington $106,194 New Jersey $106,155 Alaska $106,018 Connecticut $104,667 New York $104,118

Hawaii $102,365 Rhode Island $101,542 Maryland $100,984 Minnesota $100,220 Colorado $99,926 Illinois $99,828 Oregon $99,456 Delaware $99,182

New Hampshire $99,010 Virginia $98,624 Pennsylvania $97,497 Nevada $96,929 North Dakota $96,743 Michigan $96,450 Wisconsin $96,342 Vermont $96,126

Texas $95,529 Maine $95,490 Arizona $95,431 Ohio $95,362 Georgia $94,461 Indiana $94,011 Wyoming $93,923 Utah $93,786

Iowa $93,727 Kansas $93,257 Louisiana $93,120 North Carolina $93,071 Missouri $93,051 Florida $92,669 Montana $92,463 Nebraska $92,268

Kentucky $92,160 South Carolina $91,768 Tennessee $91,523 Idaho $91,425 New Mexico $90,710 Oklahoma $90,554 Alabama $89,976 South Dakota $89,006

Arkansas $88,477 West Virginia $88,193 Mississippi $87,341

Top Paying Cities for Communications 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:

Lincoln: $98,735
Little Creek: $99,458
Magnolia: $99,315

Lincoln, DE $98,735 Little Creek, DE $99,458 Magnolia, DE $99,315 Milford, DE $98,986 Marydel, DE $99,149 Millsboro, DE $98,321 Millville, DE $98,473 Milton, DE $98,643

Nassau, DE $98,715 Ocean View, DE $98,456 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,645 Seaford, DE $98,701 Selbyville, DE $98,293 Smyrna, DE $99,527 Viola, DE $99,068 Woodside, DE $99,335

Bear, DE $99,106 Newark, DE $99,068 Claymont, DE $99,271 Delaware City, DE $99,167 Hockessin, DE $99,060 Kirkwood, DE $99,149 Middletown, DE $99,187 Montchanin, DE $99,082

New Castle, DE $99,097 Odessa, DE $99,236 Port Penn, DE $99,302 Rockland, DE $99,092 Saint Georges, DE $99,156 Townsend, DE $99,308 Winterthur, DE $99,104 Lewes, DE $98,682

Wilmington, DE $99,064 Dover, DE $99,458 Dover Afb, DE $98,934 Bethany Beach, DE $98,352 Bethel, DE $98,454 Bridgeville, DE $98,686 Camden Wyoming, DE $99,178 Cheswold, DE $99,426

Clayton, DE $99,429 Dagsboro, DE $98,284 Delmar, DE $98,126 Ellendale, DE $98,424 Felton, DE $98,978 Fenwick Island, DE $98,305 Frankford, DE $98,134 Frederica, DE $99,076

Georgetown, DE $98,247 Greenwood, DE $98,702 Harbeson, DE $98,351 Harrington, DE $98,853 Hartly, DE $99,160 Houston, DE $98,712 Kenton, DE $99,434 Laurel, DE $98,188

Yorklyn, DE $99,089

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

Understanding how a Communications 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 June 01, 2026

$89,408

Average $99,182/year

$109,986

$7,451

Average $8,265/month

$9,166

$1,719

Average $1,907/week

$2,115

$43

Average $48/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$109,986	$9,166	$2,115	$53
Average	$99,182	$8,265	$1,907	$48
25th Percentile	$89,408	$7,451	$1,719	$43

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