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Communications Specialist I

Average Communications Specialist I Salary

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$51,320
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$36k
MEDIAN
$51k
90%
$73k

The average salary for a Communications Specialist I is $51,320 in 2025

Base Salary
$36k - $73k
Bonus
$413 - $7k
Profit Sharing
$507 - $6k
Commission
$0 - $42k
Total Pay
$34k - $73k
Based on 6,136 salary profiles (last updated Jan 07 2020)
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3.7 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Communications Specialist I

Medical
86%
Dental
77%
Vision
67%
None
12%

Gender Breakdown for Communications Specialist IS

Female
78.8%
Male
20.9%
Prefer to self-define
0.3%
This data is based on 3,923 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Communications Specialist IS

What is the highest pay for Communications Specialist IS?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Communications Specialist I is $73k / year

What is the lowest pay for Communications Specialist IS?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Communications Specialist I is $36k / year

How can Communications Specialist IS increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Communications Specialist I 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 Communications Specialist I that oversees more junior Communications Specialist IS, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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