Internal Communications Associate Salary in the United States

How much does an Internal Communications Associate make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Internal Communications Associate in the United States is $61,070 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,473
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,300 to $66,515
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,135
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Internal Communications Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $66,515 $5,543 $1,279 $32
Average $61,070 $5,089 $1,174 $29
25th Percentile $54,300 $4,525 $1,044 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Internal Communications Associate Salaries

An Internal 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Internal Communications Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Internal 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): $61,265
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $80,643
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $94,146
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,971
  • Expert (over 8 years): $153,907
Levels Salary
Internal ... Level Internal Communications Associate$61,265
Communica... Level Internal Communications Associate$80,643
Communica... Level Internal Communications Associate$94,146
Communica... Level Internal Communications Associate$117,971
Communica... Level Internal Communications Associate$153,907
$61,265 0 yr
$80,643 < 2 yrs
$94,146 2-4 yrs
$117,971 5-8 yrs
$153,907 > 8 yrs
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How Do Internal 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 Internal Communications Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $67,617.
  • California: $67,361.
  • Massachusetts: $66,463.

Top Paying Cities for Internal 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:

  • San Jose: $77,028
  • San Francisco: $76,271
  • Oakland: $74,579

What Skills Can Increase an Internal Communications Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.9% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Marketing Communications (Mentioned in 2.41% Job Postings): Marketing communications (MC, marcom(s), marcomm(s)) uses different marketing channels and tools in combination: Marketing communication channels focus on any way a business communicates a message to its desired market, or the market in general. A marketing communication tool can be anything from: advertising, personal selling, direct marketing, sponsorship, communication, and promotion to public relations. MC are made up of the marketing mix which is made up of 4P's: Price, Promotion, Place and Product, for a business selling goods, and made up of 7P's: Price, Promotion, Place, Product, People, Physical evidence and Process, for a service based business.
  • Advertising (Mentioned in 1.15% Job Postings): Advertising is a marketing communication that employs an openly sponsored, non-personal message to promote or sell a product, service or idea.:465 Sponsors of advertising are typically businesses wishing to promote their products or services. Advertising is differentiated from public relations in that an advertiser pays for and has control over the message. It differs from personal selling in that the message is non-personal, i.e., not directed to a particular individual.:661,672 Advertising is communicated through various mass media, including traditional media such as newspapers, magazines, television, radio, outdoor advertising or direct mail; and new media such as search results, blogs, social media, websites or text messages. The actual presentation of the message in a medium is referred to as an advertisement, or "ad" or advert for short. Commercial ads often seek to generate increased consumption of their products or services through "branding", which associates a product name or image with certain qualities in the minds of consumers. On the other hand, ads that intend to elicit an immediate sale are known as direct-response advertising. Non-commercial entities that advertise more than consumer products or services include political parties, interest groups, religious organizations and governmental agencies. Non-profit organizations may use free modes of persuasion, such as a public service announcement. Advertising may also help to reassure employees or shareholders that a company is viable or successful.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.9%
Marketing Communications 2.41%
Advertising 1.15%
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 an Internal Communications Associate's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Internal Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Corporate Communications: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$64,124
5%
Internal Communications
$64,124
5%
Corporate Communications
$64,124
5%
Initiative
$63,513
4%
Presentation
$62,903
3%
Leadership
$62,903
3%
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How Education impacts an Internal Communications Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Internal Communications Associates 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 an Internal Communications Associate with a Bachelor's Degree is between $60,692 and $63,949).

Internal Communications Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Internal Communications Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 3.7%
Associates 2.0%
Bachelors 73.1%
Masters 19.9%
Doctorate 0.7%
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Internal Communications Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Internal 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 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Internal Communications Associate

Salaries for an Internal Communications Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $61,962 in 2023 to around $61,115 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Internal Communications Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Internal Communications Associate Over Time

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$61,962
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$61,650
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