Communications

Director of Communications

Salary data based on 49 job postings

"The median salary for a Director of Communications is $125,000 per year, with salaries ranging from $80,000 at the 10th percentile to $190,000 at the 90th percentile based on 26 job postings in the Communications field. Key skills required for this role include strategic communications planning, media relations, and project management."

Last updated: February 2026

Median

$125,000

10th Percentile

$80,000

90th Percentile

$190,000

Sample Size

26

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Director of Communications Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$80,000Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$125,000Typical salary
90th Percentile$190,000Senior / top earners

Based on 26 job postings with salary data

Skills for Director of Communications

Strategic communications planningMedia RelationsMedia relationsProject managementStrategic Communications PlanningCrisis communicationsStakeholder engagementWriting and editingCrisis CommunicationsTeam leadership and management

Common Employers Hiring Director of Communications

  • Demand Justice2 positions
  • New York State Assembly2 positions
  • City of Columbus2 positions
  • The African American Policy Forum1 positions
  • Mayor's Office1 positions

Top Locations for Director of Communications

Washington, DCUnited StatesNew York, NYWashington, DC, USALos Angeles, CA

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Data extracted from 49 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated February 2026