Marketing Controller Salary in San Jose, CA

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How much does a Marketing Controller make in San Jose, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Marketing Controller in San Jose, CA is $104,586. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $93,885 to $116,706, with most professionals earning between $84,143 and $127,739.

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What is a Marketing Controller?

The Marketing Controller is responsible for overseeing and managing the financial aspects of the marketing department. This includes budgeting, forecasting, and tracking expenses related to marketing campaigns and initiatives. The Marketing Controller works closely with the marketing team to ensure that financial resources are allocated effectively and efficiently to achieve the company's marketing goals. They also provide financial analysis and reporting to senior management to support decision-making and strategic planning. Additionally, the Marketing Controller may be involved in evaluating the return on investment of marketing activities and identifying opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation. Overall, the Marketing Controller plays a critical role in ensuring that the marketing department operates within budget and contributes to the overall financial success of the organization.

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Average Salary Range for Marketing Controller in San Jose, CA

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What is the average salary for Marketing Controller in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Marketing Controller in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Marketing Controller ranges from $93,885 to $116,706 with the average base salary of $104,586. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,824 to $121,532 with the average total cash compensation of $107,275.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $104,586 $93,885 - $116,706
Bonus $2,689 $1,939 - $4,827
Total Pay $107,275 $95,824 - $121,532
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Marketing Controller Salary Near San Jose, CA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Clara, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,885 - $116,706 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Santa Cruz, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $83,167 - $103,382 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,707 - $116,483 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $90,752 - $112,810 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $90,900 - $112,995 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,962 - $115,558 COMPARE TO San Jose, CA
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About San Jose, California    San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, th....More

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