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Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)

Average Late-Career Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) with Marketing Communications Skills Salary in San Francisco, California

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$252,163
/ year

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10%
$179k
MEDIAN
$252k
90%
$318k

The average salary for a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is $252,163 in 2025

Base Salary
$179k - $318k
Bonus
$26k - $102k
Total Pay
$209k - $413k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Oct 18 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)

Medical
91%
Dental
91%
Vision
73%
None
9%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)s

Male
83.3%
Female
16.7%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)s

What is the highest pay for Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)s in San Francisco?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) in San Francisco is $318k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)s in San Francisco?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) in San Francisco is $179k / year

How can Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) that oversees more junior Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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