Marketing Communications Assistant Salary in North Carolina

How much does a Marketing Communications Assistant make in North Carolina?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Marketing Communications Assistant in North Carolina is $43,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,785
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,677 to $46,706
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,446
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Marketing Communications Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,706 $3,892 $898 $22
Average $43,324 $3,610 $833 $21
25th Percentile $38,677 $3,223 $744 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Marketing Communications Assistant Salaries

A Marketing Communications Assistant'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.

Top Paying Cities for Marketing Communications Assistants

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:

  • Morven: $41,334
  • Mount Holly: $43,847
  • Mount Mourne: $43,226

Marketing Communications Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Marketing Communications Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Marketing Communications Assistant positions in Retail & Wholesale or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Marketing Communications Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Marketing Communications Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$64,985$31.050%
Pharmaceuticals$60,653$29.040%
Healthcare$56,321$27.030%
Financial Services$51,988$25.020%

Marketing Communications Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Marketing Communications Assistant'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 August 01, 2026

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    Charlotte, NC

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    Charlotte, NC

    Aviation Metals | Charlotte, NC

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  • Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau

    Concord, NC

    Cabarrus County Convention and Visitors Bureau | Concord, NC

    Job Description. Job Description. Salary. CABARRUS COUNTY CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU. Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications. JOB CATEGO... more

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  • Penguin Computing

    Durham, NC

    Penguin Computing | Durham, NC

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    10 Days Ago

  • Queens University Of Charlotte

    Charlotte, NC

    Queens University Of Charlotte | Charlotte, NC

    Job Description. Job Description. Summary. Under the general direction of the Associate Athletic Director for Communications and Creative Content, the Assi... more

    12 Days Ago

  • FastSigns

    Gastonia, NC

    FastSigns | Gastonia, NC

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