Marketing Communications Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Marketing Communications Project Manager make?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Marketing Communications Project Manager in the United States is $117,661 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,492
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,452 to $127,518
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $90,515
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Marketing Communications Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $127,518 $10,627 $2,452 $61
Average $117,661 $9,805 $2,263 $57
25th Percentile $103,452 $8,621 $1,989 $50
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Key Factors That Influence Marketing Communications Project Manager Salaries

A Marketing Communications Project 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 Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Marketing Communications Project 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): $113,854
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $114,428
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,769
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,302
  • Expert (over 8 years): $119,706
Levels Salary
Entry Level Marketing Communications Project Manager $113,854
Intermediate Level Marketing Communications Project Manager $114,428
Senior Level Marketing Communications Project Manager $115,769
Specialist Level Marketing Communications Project Manager $117,302
Expert Level Marketing Communications Project Manager $119,706
$113,854 0 yr
$114,428 < 2 yrs
$115,769 2-4 yrs
$117,302 5-8 yrs
$119,706 > 8 yrs
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How Do Marketing Communications Project 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 Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $129,780.
  • Massachusetts: $128,050.
  • New Jersey: $127,533

How Education impacts a Marketing Communications Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Marketing Communications Project 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 Project Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $110,992 and $118,314.

Marketing Communications Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Marketing Communications Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 5.7%
Associates 4.1%
Bachelors 42.2%
Masters 44.4%
Doctorate 3.4%
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Marketing Communications Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Marketing Communications Project 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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$103,452
Average $117,661/year
$127,518
$8,621
Average $9,805/month
$10,627
$1,989
Average $2,263/week
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Average $57/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $127,518 $10,627 $2,452 $61
Average $117,661 $9,805 $2,263 $57
25th Percentile $103,452 $8,621 $1,989 $50

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Salary Trends for Marketing Communications Project Managers

Salaries for a Marketing Communications Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $105,151 in 2023 to around $104,242 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Marketing Communications Project Manager salary trends, .

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Marketing Communications Project Manager bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 65.6%
Bonuses 7.0%
Social Security 5.5%
401k/403b 3.0%
Disability 1.4%
Healthcare 4.8%
Pension 3.9%
Time Off 8.8%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $117,661 65.6%
Bonus $12,512 7.0%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $9,870 5.5%
401K/403B $5,419 3.0%
Disability $2,580 1.4%
Healthcare $8,548 4.8%
Pension $6,967 3.9%
Time Off $15,879 8.8%
Total Compensation $179,436 100%
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