As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Senior Communications Manager in the US is $120,945, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,326 weekly, or $10,079 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Communications Manager in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior Communications Manager in the US vary widely, spanning from $97,963 to $139,780. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,915) and 75th percentile ($130,804), while top earners (90th percentile) make $139,780 per year. This $21,889 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Strategic Communication, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Senior Communications Manager often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 28 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Senior Communications Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $97,963 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $108,915 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $120,945 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $130,804 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $139,780 US May 18, 2021
25% $108,915 10% $97,963 90% $139,780 75% $130,804 $120,945 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Director of communications is a position in both the private and public sectors. A director of communications is responsible for managing and directing an organization's internal and external communications. Directors of communications supervise public relations staff, create communication strategies, and may serve as the key spokesperson and media contact for the organization. A director of communications may also be called a public relations manager, communications director, or press secretary. The director of communications usually reports directly to a CXO, including a chief communicatio...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Communications Manager in the United States. The base salary for Senior Communications Manager ranges from $108,915 to $130,804 with the average base salary of $120,945. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $125,009 to $163,216 with the average total cash compensation of $142,982.

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