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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Digital Media Buyer in California is $80,001 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.
However, a Digital Media Buyer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Digital Media Buyer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $86,968 | $7,247 | $1,672 | $42 |
| Average | $80,001 | $6,667 | $1,538 | $38 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,021 | $6,002 | $1,385 | $35 |
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A Digital Media Buyer'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.
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 Digital Media Buyers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Digital Media Buyer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 67% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Digital Media Buyer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Digital Media Buyer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $100,002 | $48.0 | 25% |
| Financial Services | $96,002 | $46.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $94,402 | $45.0 | 18% |
| Insurance | $92,002 | $44.0 | 15% |
| Energy & Utilities | $89,602 | $43.0 | 12% |
Understanding how a Digital Media Buyer'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $86,968 | $7,247 | $1,672 | $42 |
| Average | $80,001 | $6,667 | $1,538 | $38 |
| 25th Percentile | $72,021 | $6,002 | $1,385 | $35 |
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