Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links marked with (Ad). If you click through and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Learn more
Advertising and Promotions Managers Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Advertising and Promotions Managers make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$167,230
Median Annual Salary
▲
+13.4% vs 2024
$183,200
Mean Salary
$167,230
Median Salary
$80.40
Hourly Rate
3,080 people work as Advertising and Promotions Managers in California
Advertising and Promotions Managers salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Advertising and Promotions Managers in California earn a median salary of $167,230 per year ($13,935/month).
This is 34.6% above the national average of $124,197.
California ranks #3 out of 37 states for Advertising and Promotions Managers pay.
Approximately 3,080 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 13.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Advertising and Promotions Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.12
Speaking
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Social Perceptiveness
4.0
Reading Comprehension
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Sales and Marketing
4.68
English Language
4.41
Communications and Media
4.35
Customer and Personal Service
4.16
Administration and Management
4.12
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(60.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Advertising and Promotions Managers in California
Salaries for Advertising and Promotions Managers in California range from $72,800 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $321,360 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $122,790 and $216,220.
How much do Advertising and Promotions Managers make in California?
The median annual salary for Advertising and Promotions Managers in California is $167,230 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $183,200.
What is the salary range for a Advertising and Promotions Managers in California?
Salaries for Advertising and Promotions Managers in California range from $72,800 at the 10th percentile to $321,360 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $122,790 and $216,220.
What is the starting salary for a Advertising and Promotions Managers in California?
Entry-level Advertising and Promotions Managers positions in California typically start around $72,800 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $122,790 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Advertising and Promotions Managers in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 3,080 people are employed as Advertising and Promotions Managers in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Advertising and Promotions Managers in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Advertising and Promotions Managers in California is approximately $80.40 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
We use cookies to improve your experience, analyze site traffic, and serve relevant ads.
You can choose which categories to allow. For details, see our
Privacy Policy and
Cookie List.