What are the main factors that influence an Associate Media Planner's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Associate Media Planner?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Associate Media Planner roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change An Associate Media Planner's salary?

An Associate Media Planner's salary grows with experience: a Media Planning Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $55,179, a Associate Media Planner (2-4 years)earns $66,638, a Media Planning Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $86,377, a Media Planning Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $113,499, a Media Supervisor (7+ years)earns $100,022,

What are the highest paying states for an Associate Media Planner?

Associate Media Planner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Associate Media Planner roles are District of Columbia $73,113, California $72,836, Massachusetts $71,865. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Associate Media Planner roles make?

Salaries for Associate Media Planner level roles vary by specialization: Media Planner IV: $115,390; Media Planner III: $87,790; Media Sales Planner: $68,991; Integrated Media Planner: $68,277; Media Planner II: $67,790.

Associate Media Planner Salary in Delaware

How much does an Associate Media Planner make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Associate Media Planner in Delaware is $66,873 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, an Associate Media Planner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,970
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,743 to $70,064
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,073

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Associate Media Planner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,064	$5,839	$1,347	$34
Average	$66,873	$5,573	$1,286	$32
25th Percentile	$61,743	$5,145	$1,187	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Associate Media Planner Salaries

An Associate Media Planner'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 Associate Media Planner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Associate Media Planner'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): $55,179
Early Career (1-2 years): $66,638
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,377
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,499
Expert (over 8 years): $100,022

Levels	Salary
Media Pla... Level Associate Media Planner	$55,179
Associate... Level Associate Media Planner	$66,638
Media Pla... Level Associate Media Planner	$86,377
Media Pla... Level Associate Media Planner	$113,499
Media Sup... Level Associate Media Planner	$100,022

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How Do Associate Media Planner 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 Associate Media Planners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,113.
California: $72,836.
Massachusetts: $71,865.

District of Columbia $73,113 California $72,836 Massachusetts $71,865 Washington $71,601 New Jersey $71,575 Alaska $71,482 Connecticut $70,571 New York $70,201

Hawaii $69,019 Rhode Island $68,464 Maryland $68,088 Minnesota $67,573 Colorado $67,375 Illinois $67,309 Oregon $67,058 Delaware $66,873

New Hampshire $66,757 Virginia $66,497 Pennsylvania $65,737 Nevada $65,354 North Dakota $65,229 Michigan $65,031 Wisconsin $64,958 Vermont $64,813

Texas $64,410 Maine $64,383 Arizona $64,344 Ohio $64,298 Georgia $63,690 Indiana $63,386 Wyoming $63,327 Utah $63,234

Iowa $63,195 Kansas $62,878 Louisiana $62,785 North Carolina $62,752 Missouri $62,739 Florida $62,482 Montana $62,343 Nebraska $62,211

Kentucky $62,138 South Carolina $61,874 Tennessee $61,709 Idaho $61,643 New Mexico $61,161 Oklahoma $61,055 Alabama $60,666 South Dakota $60,012

Arkansas $59,655 West Virginia $59,464 Mississippi $58,889

Top Paying Cities for Associate Media Planners

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: $66,572
Little Creek: $67,059
Magnolia: $66,963

Lincoln, DE $66,572 Little Creek, DE $67,059 Magnolia, DE $66,963 Milford, DE $66,741 Marydel, DE $66,850 Millsboro, DE $66,292 Millville, DE $66,395 Milton, DE $66,510

Nassau, DE $66,558 Ocean View, DE $66,384 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,511 Seaford, DE $66,549 Selbyville, DE $66,273 Smyrna, DE $67,105 Viola, DE $66,796 Woodside, DE $66,976

Bear, DE $66,821 Newark, DE $66,796 Claymont, DE $66,933 Delaware City, DE $66,863 Hockessin, DE $66,790 Kirkwood, DE $66,850 Middletown, DE $66,876 Montchanin, DE $66,806

New Castle, DE $66,815 Odessa, DE $66,909 Port Penn, DE $66,954 Rockland, DE $66,812 Saint Georges, DE $66,855 Townsend, DE $66,958 Winterthur, DE $66,820 Lewes, DE $66,536

Wilmington, DE $66,794 Dover, DE $67,059 Dover Afb, DE $66,706 Bethany Beach, DE $66,314 Bethel, DE $66,382 Bridgeville, DE $66,539 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,870 Cheswold, DE $67,037

Clayton, DE $67,039 Dagsboro, DE $66,267 Delmar, DE $66,161 Ellendale, DE $66,362 Felton, DE $66,736 Fenwick Island, DE $66,282 Frankford, DE $66,166 Frederica, DE $66,802

Georgetown, DE $66,242 Greenwood, DE $66,549 Harbeson, DE $66,313 Harrington, DE $66,651 Hartly, DE $66,858 Houston, DE $66,556 Kenton, DE $67,043 Laurel, DE $66,203

Yorklyn, DE $66,810

Associate Media Planner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Associate Media Planner roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 15% above the average. In contrast, Associate Media Planner positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Associate Media Planner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Associate Media Planner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$76,904	$37.0	15%
Software & Networking	$76,904	$37.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$73,560	$35.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$73,560	$35.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$73,560	$35.0	10%

Associate Media Planner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Associate Media Planner'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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$61,743

Average $66,873/year

$70,064

$5,145

Average $5,573/month

$5,839

$1,187

Average $1,286/week

$1,347

$30

Average $32/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,064	$5,839	$1,347	$34
Average	$66,873	$5,573	$1,286	$32
25th Percentile	$61,743	$5,145	$1,187	$30

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