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

A Communications Associate's salary grows with experience: a Communications Representative I (0-2 years)earns $60,149, a Communications Representative II (2-4 years)earns $79,219, a Communications Associate (4-7 years)earns $92,440, a Communications Representative IV (7+ years)earns $115,833, a Communications Representative V (7-10 years)earns $151,083,

What are the highest paying states for a Communications Associate?

Communications Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Communications Associate roles are District of Columbia $101,947, California $101,560, Massachusetts $100,207. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Communications Associate roles make?

Salaries for Communications Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Director of Communications: $180,483; Associate Communications Manager: $125,017; Marketing Communications Associate: $103,034; Senior Communications Associate: $92,209; Marketing And Communications Associate: $83,200.

Communications Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Communications Associate make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communications Associate in Delaware is $93,246 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,184
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,541 to $104,206
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,794

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Communications Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,206	$8,684	$2,004	$50
Average	$93,246	$7,770	$1,793	$45
25th Percentile	$82,541	$6,878	$1,587	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Communications Associate Salaries

A Communications Associate'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 Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Communications Associate'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): $60,149
Early Career (1-2 years): $79,219
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,440
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,833
Expert (over 8 years): $151,083

Levels	Salary
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$60,149
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$79,219
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$92,440
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$115,833
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$151,083

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

District of Columbia: $101,947.
California: $101,560.
Massachusetts: $100,207.

District of Columbia $101,947 California $101,560 Massachusetts $100,207 Washington $99,838 New Jersey $99,802 Alaska $99,673 Connecticut $98,402 New York $97,886

Hawaii $96,238 Rhode Island $95,465 Maryland $94,940 Minnesota $94,222 Colorado $93,945 Illinois $93,853 Oregon $93,503 Delaware $93,246

New Hampshire $93,084 Virginia $92,721 Pennsylvania $91,662 Nevada $91,128 North Dakota $90,953 Michigan $90,677 Wisconsin $90,575 Vermont $90,373

Texas $89,811 Maine $89,774 Arizona $89,719 Ohio $89,655 Georgia $88,808 Indiana $88,384 Wyoming $88,301 Utah $88,172

Iowa $88,117 Kansas $87,675 Louisiana $87,546 North Carolina $87,500 Missouri $87,482 Florida $87,123 Montana $86,929 Nebraska $86,745

Kentucky $86,644 South Carolina $86,275 Tennessee $86,045 Idaho $85,953 New Mexico $85,281 Oklahoma $85,134 Alabama $84,590 South Dakota $83,679

Arkansas $83,182 West Virginia $82,915 Mississippi $82,114

Top Paying Cities for Communications Associates

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: $96,505
Little Creek: $95,612
Magnolia: $96,008

Lincoln, DE $96,505 Little Creek, DE $95,612 Magnolia, DE $96,008 Milford, DE $96,505 Marydel, DE $95,253 Millsboro, DE $96,505 Millville, DE $97,150 Milton, DE $96,505

Nassau, DE $96,505 Ocean View, DE $97,150 Rehoboth Beach, DE $97,150 Seaford, DE $95,492 Selbyville, DE $97,150 Smyrna, DE $95,142 Viola, DE $96,008 Woodside, DE $95,732

Bear, DE $94,443 Newark, DE $94,479 Claymont, DE $94,553 Delaware City, DE $94,479 Hockessin, DE $94,553 Kirkwood, DE $94,479 Middletown, DE $94,949 Montchanin, DE $94,553

New Castle, DE $94,553 Odessa, DE $95,078 Port Penn, DE $94,222 Rockland, DE $94,553 Saint Georges, DE $94,479 Townsend, DE $94,940 Winterthur, DE $94,553 Lewes, DE $96,505

Wilmington, DE $94,553 Dover, DE $95,566 Dover Afb, DE $95,787 Bethany Beach, DE $97,150 Bethel, DE $95,492 Bridgeville, DE $96,505 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,667 Cheswold, DE $95,345

Clayton, DE $95,106 Dagsboro, DE $97,150 Delmar, DE $95,492 Ellendale, DE $96,505 Felton, DE $96,505 Fenwick Island, DE $97,150 Frankford, DE $97,150 Frederica, DE $96,505

Georgetown, DE $96,505 Greenwood, DE $96,505 Harbeson, DE $96,505 Harrington, DE $96,505 Hartly, DE $95,060 Houston, DE $96,505 Kenton, DE $95,106 Laurel, DE $95,492

Yorklyn, DE $94,553

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

Understanding how a Communications Associate'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 April 01, 2026

$82,541

Average $93,246/year

$104,206

$6,878

Average $7,770/month

$8,684

$1,587

Average $1,793/week

$2,004

$40

Average $45/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,206	$8,684	$2,004	$50
Average	$93,246	$7,770	$1,793	$45
25th Percentile	$82,541	$6,878	$1,587	$40

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