Communications Supervisor Salary in the United States

How much does a Communications Supervisor make in the United States?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Communications Supervisor in the United States is $119,789 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,629
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,604 to $130,174
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,421
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Communications Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $130,174 $10,848 $2,503 $63
Average $119,789 $9,982 $2,304 $58
25th Percentile $108,604 $9,050 $2,089 $52
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Key Factors That Influence Communications Supervisor Salaries

A Communications Supervisor'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 Communications Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Communications Supervisor'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): $114,581
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $149,468
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,026
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $175,904
  • Expert (over 8 years): $236,462
Levels Salary
Communica... Level Communications Supervisor$114,581
Communica... Level Communications Supervisor$149,468
Communica... Level Communications Supervisor$119,026
Communica... Level Communications Supervisor$175,904
VP of Com... Level Communications Supervisor$236,462
$114,581 0 yr
$149,468 < 2 yrs
$119,026 2-4 yrs
$175,904 5-8 yrs
$236,462 > 8 yrs
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How Do Communications Supervisor 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 Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $132,630.
  • California: $132,127.
  • Massachusetts: $130,366.

Top Paying Cities for Communications Supervisors

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: $151,090
  • San Francisco: $149,604
  • Oakland: $146,286

What Skills Can Increase a Communications Supervisor's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 7.72% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Strategic Communication (Mentioned in 3.02% Job Postings): Strategic communication refers to policy-making and guidance for consistent information activity within an organization and between organizations.
  • Executive Communications (Mentioned in 1.24% Job Postings): Exchanging of information between leadership, senior management, or an executive team, and employees in an organization.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 7.72%
Strategic Communication 3.02%
Executive Communications 1.24%
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 Communications Supervisor's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Executive Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Employee Engagement: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
$130,570
9%
Executive Communications
$125,778
5%
Employee Engagement
$124,581
4%
Insight
$124,581
4%
Change Management
$124,581
4%
Alignment
$124,581
4%
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How Education impacts a Communications Supervisor's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Communications Supervisors enter the field with a Bachelor'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 Communications Supervisor with a Bachelor's Degree is between $121,712 and $129,458).

Communications Supervisor Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Communications Supervisor
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.5%
High School 2.4%
Associates 1.9%
Bachelors 59.8%
Masters 34.5%
Doctorate 0.9%
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Communications Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Communications Supervisor'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 February 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Communications Supervisor

Salaries for a Communications Supervisor can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $107,999 in 2023 to around $105,805 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Communications Supervisor salary trends, .

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