Marketing Communications and Events Manager Salary in the United States

What is the salary range of a Marketing Communications and Events Manager?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Marketing Communications and Events Manager in the United States is $117,407 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Marketing Communications and Events Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,024
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,724 to $130,816
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,266
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Marketing Communications and Events Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $130,816 $10,901 $2,516 $63
Average $117,407 $9,784 $2,258 $56
25th Percentile $103,724 $8,644 $1,995 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Marketing Communications and Events Manager Salaries

A Marketing Communications and Events 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Marketing Communications and Events Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Marketing Communications and Events 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): $111,345
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $111,952
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,371
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $114,992
  • Expert (over 8 years): $117,790
Levels Salary
Entry Level Marketing Communications and Events Manager $111,345
Intermediate Level Marketing Communications and Events Manager $111,952
Senior Level Marketing Communications and Events Manager $113,371
Specialist Level Marketing Communications and Events Manager $114,992
Expert Level Marketing Communications and Events Manager $117,790
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$111,952 < 2 yrs
$113,371 2-4 yrs
$114,992 5-8 yrs
$117,790 > 8 yrs
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How Do Marketing Communications and Events 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 Marketing Communications and Events Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $129,500.
  • Massachusetts: $127,774.
  • New Jersey: $127,257

How Education impacts a Marketing Communications and Events Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Marketing Communications and Events Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Marketing Communications and Events Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $116,499 and $126,203.

Marketing Communications and Events Manager Salaries by Degree Level

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Typical Education for Marketing Communications and Events Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.1%
High School 2.1%
Associates 3.3%
Bachelors 62.4%
Masters 31.3%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Marketing Communications and Events Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Marketing Communications and Events 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.

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$103,724
Average $117,407/year
$130,816
$8,644
Average $9,784/month
$10,901
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Average $2,258/week
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Average $56/hour
$63
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $130,816 $10,901 $2,516 $63
Average $117,407 $9,784 $2,258 $56
25th Percentile $103,724 $8,644 $1,995 $50

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Salary Trends for Marketing Communications and Events Managers

Salaries for a Marketing Communications and Events Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $110,412 in 2023 to around $110,900 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Marketing Communications and Events Manager salary trends, .

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Marketing Communications and Events Manager bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 60.4%
Bonuses 12.3%
Social Security 5.6%
401k/403b 3.1%
Disability 1.5%
Healthcare 4.3%
Pension 3.9%
Time Off 8.9%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $117,407 60.4%
Bonus $23,954 12.3%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $10,800 5.6%
401K/403B $5,929 3.1%
Disability $2,824 1.5%
Healthcare $8,381 4.3%
Pension $7,623 3.9%
Time Off $17,375 8.9%
Total Compensation $194,294 100%
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