Channel Director Salary in the United States

How much does a Channel Director make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Channel Director in the United States is $172,645 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $188,326
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $161,555 to $180,853
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $151,458
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Channel Director Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $180,853 $15,071 $3,478 $87
Average $172,645 $14,387 $3,320 $83
25th Percentile $161,555 $13,463 $3,107 $78
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Key Factors That Influence Channel Director Salaries

A Channel 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 Channel Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Channel 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): $96,702
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $127,634
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $151,106
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $173,416
  • Expert (over 8 years): $317,667
Levels Salary
Economics... Level Channel Director$96,702
Economics... Level Channel Director$127,634
Economics... Level Channel Director$151,106
Channel D... Level Channel Director$173,416
VP of Eco... Level Channel Director$317,667
$96,702 0 yr
$127,634 < 2 yrs
$151,106 2-4 yrs
$173,416 5-8 yrs
$317,667 > 8 yrs
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How Do Channel Director 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 Channel Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $191,153.
  • California: $190,427.
  • Massachusetts: $187,890.

Top Paying Cities for Channel 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: $217,757
  • San Francisco: $215,616
  • Oakland: $210,834

What Skills Can Increase a Channel Director's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 15.41% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Economic Research (Mentioned in 1.86% Job Postings): Perform research on economic conditions and trends.
  • Advertising (Mentioned in 1.04% Job Postings): Advertising is a marketing communication that employs an openly sponsored, non-personal message to promote or sell a product, service or idea.:465 Sponsors of advertising are typically businesses wishing to promote their products or services. Advertising is differentiated from public relations in that an advertiser pays for and has control over the message. It differs from personal selling in that the message is non-personal, i.e., not directed to a particular individual.:661,672 Advertising is communicated through various mass media, including traditional media such as newspapers, magazines, television, radio, outdoor advertising or direct mail; and new media such as search results, blogs, social media, websites or text messages. The actual presentation of the message in a medium is referred to as an advertisement, or "ad" or advert for short. Commercial ads often seek to generate increased consumption of their products or services through "branding", which associates a product name or image with certain qualities in the minds of consumers. On the other hand, ads that intend to elicit an immediate sale are known as direct-response advertising. Non-commercial entities that advertise more than consumer products or services include political parties, interest groups, religious organizations and governmental agencies. Non-profit organizations may use free modes of persuasion, such as a public service announcement. Advertising may also help to reassure employees or shareholders that a company is viable or successful.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 15.41%
Economic Research 1.86%
Advertising 1.04%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 a Channel Director's salary.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 48%.
  • Inference: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Prioritization: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Products and Services
$255,515
48%
Inference
$224,439
30%
Prioritization
$214,080
24%
Statistical Analysis
$210,627
22%
Commitment
$210,627
22%
International Trade
$189,910
10%
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Channel Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Channel Director

Salaries for a Channel Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $149,768 in 2023 to around $145,291 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Channel Director salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Channel Director Over Time

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$147,486
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