Communications

Head of Communications

Salary data based on 18 job postings

"The median salary for a Head of Communications is $223,943 per year, with salaries ranging from $172,500 at the 10th percentile to $300,000 at the 90th percentile based on 12 job postings. Key skills required for this role include Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Management, Crisis Communications, and Social Media Strategy."

Last updated: May 2026

Median

$223,943

10th Percentile

$172,500

90th Percentile

$300,000

Sample Size

12

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Head of Communications Salary Distribution

PercentileAnnual SalaryDescription
10th Percentile$172,500Entry-level / lower range
50th Percentile (Median)$223,943Typical salary
90th Percentile$300,000Senior / top earners

Based on 12 job postings with salary data

Skills for Head of Communications

Media RelationsStrategic CommunicationsStakeholder ManagementCrisis communicationsSocial media strategyInternal communicationsExecutive CommunicationsCrisis CommunicationsExecutive communicationsStrategic Communications Planning

Common Employers Hiring Head of Communications

  • Omidyar Network3 positions
  • Blue Energy2 positions
  • OpenGov Inc.2 positions
  • Cloudbeds1 positions
  • Grove Partners1 positions

Top Locations for Head of Communications

San Francisco, CAunited statesUnited StatesBoston, MAChevy Chase, MD

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Data extracted from 18 job postings on Daybook.com ยท Last updated May 2026