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 $62,081, a Communications Representative II (2-4 years)earns $81,774, a Communications Associate (4-7 years)earns $95,410, a Communications Representative IV (7+ years)earns $119,555, a Communications Representative V (7-10 years)earns $155,931,

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 $101,950, California $101,563, Massachusetts $100,210. 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: $180,489; Marketing Communications Associate: $103,030; Movement Communications Associate: $96,744; Communications Account Associate: $93,302; Senior Communications Associate: $92,212.

Communications Associate Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Communications Associate make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communications Associate in Hawaii is $96,241 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,820
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,198 to $107,536
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,144

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Communications Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,536	$8,961	$2,068	$52
Average	$96,241	$8,020	$1,851	$46
25th Percentile	$85,198	$7,100	$1,638	$41

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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): $62,081
Early Career (1-2 years): $81,774
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,410
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,555
Expert (over 8 years): $155,931

Levels	Salary
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$62,081
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$81,774
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$95,410
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$119,555
Communica... Level Communications Associate	$155,931

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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: $101,950.
California: $101,563.
Massachusetts: $100,210.

District of Columbia $101,950 California $101,563 Massachusetts $100,210 Washington $99,841 New Jersey $99,804 Alaska $99,676 Connecticut $98,405 New York $97,889

Hawaii $96,241 Rhode Island $95,468 Maryland $94,943 Minnesota $94,224 Colorado $93,948 Illinois $93,856 Oregon $93,506 Delaware $93,248

New Hampshire $93,086 Virginia $92,724 Pennsylvania $91,665 Nevada $91,131 North Dakota $90,956 Michigan $90,679 Wisconsin $90,578 Vermont $90,376

Texas $89,814 Maine $89,777 Arizona $89,722 Ohio $89,657 Georgia $88,810 Indiana $88,387 Wyoming $88,304 Utah $88,175

Iowa $88,120 Kansas $87,678 Louisiana $87,549 North Carolina $87,503 Missouri $87,484 Florida $87,125 Montana $86,932 Nebraska $86,748

Kentucky $86,646 South Carolina $86,278 Tennessee $86,048 Idaho $85,956 New Mexico $85,284 Oklahoma $85,136 Alabama $84,593 South Dakota $83,681

Arkansas $83,184 West Virginia $82,917 Mississippi $82,116

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:

Aiea: $95,720
Anahola: $94,465
Captain Cook: $94,370

Aiea, HI $95,720 Anahola, HI $94,465 Captain Cook, HI $94,370 Eleele, HI $94,656 Ewa Beach, HI $95,635 Kapolei, HI $95,559 Haiku, HI $94,535 Hakalau, HI $94,323

Haleiwa, HI $95,375 Hana, HI $94,309 Hanalei, HI $94,341 Hanamaulu, HI $94,533 Hanapepe, HI $94,652 Hauula, HI $95,520 Hawaii National Park, HI $94,433 Hawi, HI $94,589

Hilo, HI $94,524 Princeville, HI $94,514 Holualoa, HI $94,408 Honaunau, HI $94,245 Honokaa, HI $94,366 Honomu, HI $94,514 Hoolehua, HI $94,245 Kaaawa, HI $95,551

Kahuku, HI $95,347 Kahului, HI $94,753 Kailua, HI $95,689 Ocean View, HI $94,486 Waikoloa, HI $94,477 Keauhou, HI $94,408 Kailua Kona, HI $94,522 Kalaheo, HI $94,543

Kalaupapa, HI $94,158 Kamuela, HI $94,414 Kaneohe, HI $95,669 Kapaa, HI $94,646 Kaumakani, HI $94,697 Kaunakakai, HI $94,357 Keaau, HI $94,588 Kealakekua, HI $94,538

Kealia, HI $94,571 Kekaha, HI $94,475 Kihei, HI $94,656 Kilauea, HI $94,515 Kapaau, HI $94,444 Koloa, HI $94,557 Kualapuu, HI $94,329 Kunia, HI $95,528

Kurtistown, HI $94,540 Lahaina, HI $94,559 Laie, HI $95,431 Lanai City, HI $94,329 Laupahoehoe, HI $94,567 Lawai, HI $94,697 Lihue, HI $94,533 Makawao, HI $94,607

Makaweli, HI $94,324 Maunaloa, HI $94,102 Mountain View, HI $94,491 Naalehu, HI $94,300 Ninole, HI $94,236 Ookala, HI $94,267 Paauilo, HI $94,382 Pahala, HI $94,326

Pahoa, HI $94,451 Paia, HI $94,563 Papaaloa, HI $94,580 Papaikou, HI $94,384 Pearl City, HI $95,651 Pepeekeo, HI $94,567 Puunene, HI $94,753 Volcano, HI $94,433

Wahiawa, HI $95,487 Pukalani, HI $94,607 Mililani, HI $95,602 Kula, HI $94,412 Waialua, HI $95,323 Waianae, HI $95,411 Wailuku, HI $94,606 Waimanalo, HI $95,671

Waimea, HI $94,689 Waipahu, HI $95,609 Honolulu, HI $95,753 J B P H H, HI $95,736 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $95,538 Schofield Barracks, HI $95,511 Fort Shafter, HI $95,753 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $95,753

Camp H M Smith, HI $95,732 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $95,639 Wake Island, HI $95,753

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 May 01, 2026

$85,198

Average $96,241/year

$107,536

$7,100

Average $8,020/month

$8,961

$1,638

Average $1,851/week

$2,068

$41

Average $46/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,536	$8,961	$2,068	$52
Average	$96,241	$8,020	$1,851	$46
25th Percentile	$85,198	$7,100	$1,638	$41

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