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The average salary for an advertising sales manager in the United States is $70,784 per year. This figure can fluctuate based on various factors, including geographical location, years of experience, and the specific field within advertising. For instance, those working in metropolitan areas often command higher salaries due to an increased cost of living and demand for advertising services.
When examining salaries across different states, the highest-paying locations include California, New York, and Texas. In these states, salaries can exceed the national average significantly, making them attractive options for professionals in this field. Additionally, experience plays a crucial role in determining salary levels; those with several years of experience may earn upwards of $90,000 or more.
Advertising sales managers can find opportunities in various sectors, including digital marketing, print media, and broadcast advertising. Companies frequently seek skilled individuals who can drive sales and effectively manage client relationships. Exploring job boards like Zippia can help candidates find openings that match their qualifications and salary expectations.
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The highest-paying states for advertising sales managers are Oregon, New York, and New Jersey. The lowest average advertising sales manager salary states are North Dakota, Alaska, and Tennessee.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oregon | $96,936 | $46.60 |
| 2 | New York | $96,171 | $46.24 |
| 3 | Arizona | $88,316 | $42.46 |
| 4 | California | $90,908 | $43.71 |
| 5 | Illinois | $85,201 | $40.96 |
| 6 | Vermont | $85,648 | $41.18 |
| 7 | Connecticut | $84,351 | $40.55 |
| 8 | New Jersey | $90,993 | $43.75 |
| 9 | District of Columbia | $90,093 | $43.31 |
| 10 | Nevada | $79,806 | $38.37 |
| 11 | Pennsylvania | $80,464 | $38.68 |
| 12 | Maine | $85,564 | $41.14 |
| 13 | Maryland | $86,578 | $41.62 |
| 14 | Rhode Island | $77,762 | $37.39 |
| 15 | Virginia | $80,922 | $38.90 |
| 16 | Wisconsin | $76,838 | $36.94 |
| 17 | Massachusetts | $79,973 | $38.45 |
| 18 | Idaho | $73,435 | $35.31 |
| 19 | Colorado | $77,275 | $37.15 |
| 20 | Delaware | $75,824 | $36.45 |
| 21 | Ohio | $71,397 | $34.33 |
| 22 | North Carolina | $70,937 | $34.10 |
| 23 | Texas | $69,804 | $33.56 |
| 24 | Washington | $73,429 | $35.30 |
| 25 | West Virginia | $73,878 | $35.52 |
| 26 | New Hampshire | $73,261 | $35.22 |
| 27 | Indiana | $69,155 | $33.25 |
| 28 | Kentucky | $69,729 | $33.52 |
| 29 | Utah | $66,074 | $31.77 |
| 30 | Montana | $72,698 | $34.95 |
| 31 | Georgia | $67,631 | $32.51 |
| 32 | New Mexico | $71,294 | $34.28 |
| 33 | Minnesota | $69,946 | $33.63 |
| 34 | Hawaii | $76,561 | $36.81 |
| 35 | Wyoming | $68,565 | $32.96 |
| 36 | Missouri | $69,257 | $33.30 |
| 37 | Florida | $63,198 | $30.38 |
| 38 | Michigan | $66,679 | $32.06 |
| 39 | Nebraska | $69,088 | $33.22 |
| 40 | South Dakota | $67,674 | $32.54 |
| 41 | Arkansas | $61,326 | $29.48 |
| 42 | Iowa | $67,603 | $32.50 |
| 43 | Alabama | $61,775 | $29.70 |
| 44 | Kansas | $63,076 | $30.32 |
| 45 | Tennessee | $57,802 | $27.79 |
| 46 | Mississippi | $62,465 | $30.03 |
| 47 | Louisiana | $57,031 | $27.42 |
| 48 | South Carolina | $57,406 | $27.60 |
| 49 | North Dakota | $59,572 | $28.64 |
| 50 | Oklahoma | $57,645 | $27.71 |
| 51 | Alaska | $58,749 | $28.24 |
The highest-paying cities for advertising sales managers are San Bruno, CA, New York, NY, and Hoboken, NJ.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Bruno, CA | $99,575 | $47.87 |
| 2 | New York, NY | $96,280 | $46.29 |
| 3 | Hoboken, NJ | $91,602 | $44.04 |
| 4 | Washington, DC | $90,233 | $43.38 |
| 5 | Chicago, IL | $85,534 | $41.12 |
| 6 | Newport News, VA | $80,728 | $38.81 |
| 7 | El Paso, TX | $74,349 | $35.74 |
| 8 | Bellevue, WA | $73,960 | $35.56 |
| 9 | Saint Louis, MO | $69,727 | $33.52 |
| 10 | Omaha, NE | $69,374 | $33.35 |
| 11 | Dayton, OH | $69,137 | $33.24 |
| 12 | Charlotte, NC | $68,999 | $33.17 |
| 13 | Bowling Green, KY | $68,306 | $32.84 |
| 14 | Des Moines, IA | $67,258 | $32.34 |
| 15 | Overland Park, KS | $63,359 | $30.46 |
| 16 | Boca Raton, FL | $62,769 | $30.18 |
An advertising sales manager's salary ranges from $38,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $128,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $128,000 | $10,667 | $62 |
| 75th Percentile | $97,000 | $8,083 | $47 |
| Average | $70,784 | $5,899 | $34 |
| 25th Percentile | $51,000 | $4,250 | $25 |
| 10th Percentile | $38,000 | $3,167 | $18 |
The highest paying types of advertising sales managers are senior sales manager, product manager/sales, and national sales manager.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Manager/Sales | $108,492 | $9,041 | $52.16 | 181,400 |
| Sales And Marketing Manager | $81,953 | $6,829 | $39.40 | 151,042 |
| Sales Account Manager | $58,630 | $4,886 | $28.19 | 163,697 |
| Sales/Field Sales Manager | $80,257 | $6,688 | $38.58 | 156,663 |
| Sales Team Manager | $65,856 | $5,488 | $31.66 | 147,216 |
| Corporate Sales Manager | $83,944 | $6,995 | $40.36 | 119,633 |
Top companies hiring advertising sales managers now:
Advertising sales manager salaries at Amazon and Taboola are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average advertising sales manager salary at companies like Walmart and SmithBucklin are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amazon | $128,278 | $61.67 |
| 2 | Taboola | $78,543 | $37.76 |
| 3 | Walmart | $76,346 | $36.70 |
| 4 | SmithBucklin | $73,806 | $35.48 |
| 5 | PQ Systems | $71,861 | $34.55 |
| 6 | OfferUp | $71,843 | $34.54 |
| 7 | qbeats | $71,651 | $34.45 |
| 8 | Time Warner Cable Enterprises LLC | $70,855 | $34.06 |
| 9 | Comcast | $69,618 | $33.47 |
| 10 | WKYU | $56,154 | $27.00 |
| 11 | Spectrum | $55,506 | $26.69 |
| 12 | The Des Moines Register | $33,736 | $16.22 |
The average advertising sales manager salary has risen by $16,400 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average advertising sales manager earned $54,384 annually, but today, they earn $70,784 a year. That works out to a 12% change in pay for advertising sales managers over the last decade.
Compare advertising sales manager salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare advertising sales manager salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $70,800 | $34.03 | +4.3% |
| 2025 | $67,800 | $32.58 | +1.9% |
| 2024 | $66,500 | $31.95 | +2.5% |
| 2023 | $64,800 | $31.14 | +2.6% |
| 2022 | $63,100 | $30.34 | +3.5% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taboola | Advertising Sales Manager | New York, NY | 06/27/2025 | $76,000 |
| Baidu | Advertising Sales Manager | Mountain View, CA | 06/21/2025 | $80,000 |
| Msccn | Advertising Sales Manager-Golden | Golden Valley, MN | 05/26/2025 | $96,250 |
| Comcast | Advertising Sales Manager | Golden Valley, MN | 05/22/2025 | $96,250 |
| Wal-Mart | (USA) Manager, Advertising Sales-Sams Map | Bentonville, AR | 05/12/2025 | $96,000 |
| Taboola | Advertising Sales Manager-Emerging Enterprise | New York, NY | 05/12/2025 | $71,500 |
| Desimone Gaming | Advertising, Casino Marketing, Sales and Entertainment Manager | Henderson, NV | 05/12/2025 | $45,000 |
| Wal-Mart | (USA) Manager, Advertising Sales-Sams Map | Bentonville, AR | 04/25/2025 | $80,000 |
| Weee | Sales Manager of Advertising | Fremont, CA | 03/26/2025 | $90,000 |
| Taboola | Advertising Sales Manager | New York, NY | 03/26/2025 | $75,000 |
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