How much does an advertising and promotions manager make in California?
$167,200a year
Median yearly pay for advertising and promotions managers in California. That is $80.40 an hour or $13,940 a month.
- Hourly
- $80.40
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 3,080
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,800Median: $167,200Highest 10%: $321,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,800 | $35.00 | |
| 25th | $122,800 | $59.03 | |
| Median | $167,200 | $80.40 | |
| 75th | $216,200 | $103.95 | |
| 90th | $321,400 | $154.50 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| San Francisco, CA | $181,300 |
| San Jose, CA | $180,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $167,900 |
| San Diego, CA | $137,100 |
| Sacramento, CA | $127,000 |
| Riverside, CA | $122,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for advertising and promotions managers.
| 1. New York | $173,700 |
| 2. Illinois | $167,300 |
| 3. California | $167,200 |
| 4. New Jersey | $165,400 |
| 5. Colorado | $165,000 |
| 6. Washington | $163,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an advertising and promotions manager make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $80.40 ($167,200 a year).
Do advertising and promotions managers make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $167,200 against $133,700 nationally, 25% more.
Where does California rank for advertising and promotions manager pay?
California ranks 3 of 37 states.
Which city in California pays advertising and promotions managers the most?
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median of $181,300 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.