$105,755
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$66k
MEDIAN
$106k
90%
$148k
The average salary for a Director of Communications is $105,755
Base Salary
$66k - $148k
Bonus
$515 - $29k
Total Pay
$66k - $150k
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Gender Breakdown
Female
71.7%
Male
28.3%
This data is based on 60 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
Common Health Benefits
Medical
86%
Dental
79%
Vision
69%
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