Marketing Coordinator
0–3 years · Entry level
National average$59,000
Low end$50,000
High end$72,000
Top earners$80,000
Typical bonus5–10%
★ Salary Guide · 2026 Edition
Science Marketing
Salary Benchmarks
Overview
Why Science Marketing Pays a Premium
Science marketing sits at a rare intersection — demanding both deep technical fluency and commercial creativity. This combination commands a meaningful pay premium over general marketing roles and makes the profession one of the most financially rewarding in the marketing world.
Whether you are a scientist considering a pivot into marketing, an experienced marketer moving into the life sciences sector, or an employer trying to build a competitive offer, this guide provides the most comprehensive publicly available salary data for the science marketing profession in 2026. All figures represent base salary unless otherwise stated. Total compensation — including annual bonus, equity, and benefits — can add 30–60% at senior levels.
Data is drawn from 181 live job postings on ScienceMarketingJobs.com, aggregated Glassdoor figures, US Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the BioSpace Life Sciences Salary Report, and specialist UK life science recruitment benchmarks. Full citations are provided in the sources section.
Section 01 · United States
US Science Marketing Salaries by Role Level
From entry-level coordinator through to Chief Marketing Officer — base salary ranges across the science marketing career ladder in the United States.
Marketing Manager
3–6 years · Mid level
National average$115,000
Low end$90,000
High end (pharma)$140,000
Top earners$155,000
Typical bonus10–20%
Senior Marketing Manager
6–10 years · Senior
National average$160,000
Low end$140,000
High end$175,000
Top earners$190,000
Typical bonus12–25%
Marketing Sciences Manager
5–10 years · Specialist track
National average$130,000
Low end$105,000
High end$160,000
Top earners$238,000
Typical bonus10–20%
Marketing Director
8–12 years · Director
National average$210,000
Low end$175,000
High end$250,000
Top earners$300,000
Typical bonus15–30%
Senior Director, Marketing
10–15 years · Senior director
National average$260,000
Low end$220,000
High end$320,000
Top earners$380,000
Typical bonus20–35%
VP, Marketing
15+ years · Executive
National average$400,000
Low end$300,000
High end$550,000
Total comp (large pharma)$700,000+
Typical bonus25–50%
Chief Marketing Officer
20+ years · C-suite
National average$500,000
Low end$350,000
High end$750,000
Biotech equity upsideTransformational
Typical bonus30–60%+
Full US Salary Table — All Role Levels
| Role | Experience | Low ($) | Mid / Avg ($) | High ($) | Top Earners ($) | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing Coordinator | 0–3 yrs | 50,000 | 59,000 | 72,000 | 80,000 | 5–10% |
| Marketing Manager | 3–6 yrs | 90,000 | 115,000 | 140,000 | 155,000 | 10–20% |
| Senior Marketing Manager | 6–10 yrs | 140,000 | 160,000 | 175,000 | 190,000 | 12–25% |
| Marketing Sciences Manager | 5–10 yrs | 105,000 | 130,000 | 160,000 | 238,000 | 10–20% |
| Marketing Director | 8–12 yrs | 175,000 | 210,000 | 250,000 | 300,000 | 15–30% |
| Senior Director, Marketing | 10–15 yrs | 220,000 | 260,000 | 320,000 | 380,000 | 20–35% |
| VP, Marketing | 15+ yrs | 300,000 | 400,000 | 550,000 | 650,000 | 25–50% |
| Chief Marketing Officer | 20+ yrs | 350,000 | 500,000 | 750,000 | 1,000,000 | 30–60%+ |
All figures in USD. Base salary only. Sources: Glassdoor, BLS OES, BioSpace Salary Report, ScienceMarketingJobs.com live postings (2025–2026).
Total compensation note: At Director level and above, total comp (base + annual bonus + equity/RSUs + benefits) typically runs 1.5–2× base salary. A VP earning $400,000 base at large pharma may receive total annual compensation of $600,000–$800,000.
Section 02 · US Locations
US Science Marketing Salaries by City
Location is one of the largest salary variables in science marketing. The three major life science hubs — Greater Boston, San Francisco Bay Area, and New York — consistently pay 18–30% above national averages.
San Francisco / Bay Area
Marketing Director avg
$241,000
Coordinator avg
$66,800
vs National avg
+30%
Regional avg (all roles)
$212,000
Genentech, Gilead, BioMarin, 23andMe, Guardant Health
New York City
Marketing Director avg
$224,000
Coordinator avg
$61,000
vs National avg
+20%
Regional avg (all roles)
$190,000
Pfizer, Bristol Myers Squibb, Regeneron, pharma agencies
Greater Boston
Marketing Director avg
$215,000
Coordinator avg
$64,500
vs National avg
+18%
Concentration
Highest in US
Vertex, Moderna, Biogen, Shire, Ironwood Pharmaceuticals
Los Angeles
Marketing Director avg
$214,000
Coordinator avg
$61,000
vs National avg
+16%
Regional avg (S. California)
$197,000
Amgen, BioAtla, Kite Pharma, J&J Janssen
San Diego
Marketing Director avg
$218,000
Coordinator avg
$62,000
vs National avg
+18%
Growth
↑ Strong
Illumina, Dexcom, Neurocrine Biosciences, J&J Janssen
Washington DC / NoVA
Marketing Director avg
$214,000
Coordinator avg
$61,700
vs National avg
+16%
Growth
↑ Strong
MedImmune, FAES, MITRE, policy/comms roles
Seattle / Puget Sound
Marketing Director avg
$213,000
Coordinator avg
$59,000
vs National avg
+15%
Regional avg (Pacific NW)
$165,000
Seagen, Adaptive Biotechnologies, Immunomedics
Philadelphia / New Jersey
Marketing Director avg
$204,000
Coordinator avg
$58,000
vs National avg
+10%
Density
High
Johnson & Johnson, Merck, GSK, Incyte
Chicago / Chicagoland
Marketing Director avg
$199,000
Coordinator avg
$57,000
vs National avg
+8%
Key advantage
Lower cost of living
AbbVie, Baxter, Horizon Therapeutics, Astellas US
Research Triangle, NC
Marketing Director avg
$188,000
Coordinator avg
$54,000
vs National avg
+2%
Key advantage
Cost of living / growth
GlaxoSmithKline US, Syneos Health, Inspire Medical
US City Salary Matrix — All Levels
| City | Coordinator | Manager | Sr Manager | Director | Sr Director | VP | vs Nat'l |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $66,800 | $148,000 | $192,000 | $241,000 | $300,000 | $480,000 | +30% |
| New York City | $61,000 | $135,000 | $178,000 | $224,000 | $278,000 | $445,000 | +20% |
| San Diego | $62,000 | $136,000 | $177,000 | $218,000 | $272,000 | $435,000 | +18% |
| Greater Boston | $64,500 | $138,000 | $180,000 | $215,000 | $268,000 | $430,000 | +18% |
| Los Angeles | $61,000 | $134,000 | $175,000 | $214,000 | $267,000 | $428,000 | +16% |
| Washington DC | $61,700 | $132,000 | $172,000 | $214,000 | $267,000 | $425,000 | +16% |
| Seattle | $59,000 | $130,000 | $170,000 | $213,000 | $265,000 | $422,000 | +15% |
| Philadelphia / NJ | $58,000 | $126,000 | $164,000 | $204,000 | $254,000 | $406,000 | +10% |
| Chicago | $57,000 | $122,000 | $158,000 | $199,000 | $248,000 | $395,000 | +8% |
| Research Triangle, NC | $54,000 | $116,000 | $151,000 | $188,000 | $234,000 | $374,000 | +2% |
| National Average | $59,000 | $115,000 | $155,000 | $205,000 | $256,000 | $410,000 | — |
Director figures sourced from Glassdoor aggregated data. Manager/Sr Manager/VP estimated using regional multipliers from BioSpace hub data and Glassdoor regional differentials. Treat non-Director city figures as directional estimates ±10%.
Section 03 · United Kingdom
UK Science Marketing Salaries by Role Level
Base salary benchmarks for life science and pharma marketing professionals in the UK. London pays approximately 20% above these national figures — see the regional breakdown below.
| Role | Experience | Low (£) | Mid / Avg (£) | High (£) | Top Earners (£) | London Est. (£) | Bonus |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marketing Coordinator | 0–3 yrs | £26,000 | £34,000 | £42,000 | £50,000 | £41,000 | 5–10% |
| Marketing Executive | 1–4 yrs | £28,000 | £36,000 | £46,000 | £55,000 | £43,000 | 5–12% |
| Marketing Manager | 3–7 yrs | £42,000 | £52,000 | £70,000 | £80,000 | £62,000 | 8–18% |
| Senior Marketing Manager | 6–10 yrs | £58,000 | £72,000 | £88,000 | £100,000 | £86,000 | 10–20% |
| Head of Marketing | 8–12 yrs | £70,000 | £92,000 | £120,000 | £140,000 | £110,000 | 12–25% |
| Marketing Director | 10–15 yrs | £88,000 | £115,000 | £148,000 | £175,000 | £138,000 | 15–30% |
| VP Marketing / CMO | 15+ yrs | £140,000 | £175,000 | £220,000 | £280,000 | £210,000 | 20–40% |
Sources: Glassdoor UK (pharmaceutical marketing average £34,641; manager average £51,619); Reed.co.uk salary guide (Head of Marketing £70,000–£125,000); specialist life science recruitment benchmarks (2025–2026).
Section 04 · UK Locations
UK Regional Salary Breakdown
The UK life science marketing sector is anchored by the "Golden Triangle" of London–Oxford–Cambridge. Salaries outside this corridor are typically 10–20% lower, though remote working is steadily narrowing this gap.
Regional Multipliers
| Region | Multiplier | Key Notes |
|---|---|---|
| London / Greater London | 1.20× | Highest concentration of pharma HQs and life science agencies |
| Oxford / Cambridge (Golden Triangle) | 1.15× | AZ, GSK R&D hubs; proximity to world-class universities |
| South East (excl. Oxford/Cambridge) | 1.10× | Stevenage bioscience campus, Slough/Reading clusters |
| South West | 1.00× | Baseline; Bristol and Bath emerging clusters |
| Midlands | 0.95× | Leicester, Nottingham, Birmingham pharma manufacturing |
| North West (Manchester, Liverpool) | 0.90× | AZ Macclesfield; growing hub with lower living costs |
| North East / Yorkshire | 0.90× | GSK Barnard Castle; strong manufacturing base |
| Scotland | 0.90× | Edinburgh and Glasgow life science clusters growing |
| Wales | 0.88× | Smaller market; Cardiff and Swansea emerging |
| Northern Ireland | 0.85× | Smallest market; Belfast main hub |
UK Regional Salary Matrix (£) — Key Roles
| Region | Mult. | Coordinator | Manager | Sr Manager | Director | VP / CMO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | 1.20× | £41,000 | £62,000 | £86,000 | £138,000 | £210,000 |
| Oxford / Cambridge | 1.15× | £39,000 | £60,000 | £83,000 | £132,000 | £201,000 |
| South East | 1.10× | £37,000 | £57,000 | £79,000 | £127,000 | £193,000 |
| South West | 1.00× | £34,000 | £52,000 | £72,000 | £115,000 | £175,000 |
| Midlands | 0.95× | £32,000 | £49,000 | £68,000 | £109,000 | £166,000 |
| North West / North East / Scotland | 0.90× | £31,000 | £47,000 | £65,000 | £104,000 | £158,000 |
| Wales | 0.88× | £30,000 | £46,000 | £63,000 | £101,000 | £154,000 |
| Northern Ireland | 0.85× | £29,000 | £44,000 | £61,000 | £98,000 | £149,000 |
Calculated from national mid-point figures × regional multiplier. Source: Glassdoor UK, Reed.co.uk, specialist life science recruitment agency benchmarks (2025–2026).
Section 05 · Employer Type
Pharma vs Biotech vs Agency: How Sector Affects Pay
Where you work matters as much as what level you are. The same marketing manager role can vary by $30,000–$50,000 in the US depending on your employer type.
Large Pharma
The highest and most stable base salaries in the sector. Structured career ladders, generous benefits packages, and predictable bonus structures. Companies include AbbVie, Pfizer, Roche, AstraZeneca, and Eli Lilly.
US Manager: $115K–$155K | UK Manager: £48K–£75K
Base pay: ★★★★★ | Stability: ★★★★★
Biotech / Scale-up
Competitive base salaries that can rival large pharma, plus significant equity upside. Higher pace and risk. Senior roles may include 0.1–0.5% equity stakes. Total compensation can be transformational at IPO.
US Manager: $110K–$160K | UK Manager: £45K–£72K
Total comp potential: ★★★★★
Life Science Agency / CRO
Generally 10–20% below in-house pharma at equivalent levels. Offers variety, faster progression, and breadth of therapeutic area exposure. Companies include Syneos Health, IQVIA, OPEN Health, and Fishawack.
US Manager: $90K–$130K | UK Manager: £38K–£62K
Career breadth: ★★★★★
MedTech / Medical Devices
Salaries between agency and large pharma. Siemens Healthineers, Danaher, Abbott, and Becton Dickinson all hire heavily in marketing. Growing demand for digital and AI marketing capabilities.
US Manager: $105K–$148K | UK Manager: £44K–£68K
Digital demand: ★★★★☆
Digital Health / Health SaaS
Often the highest-paying at director and above level, particularly at well-funded startups. Product marketing directors can command $175,000–$215,000+ even without the tenure expected in traditional pharma.
US Manager: $115K–$175K | UK Manager: £48K–£78K
Innovation premium: ★★★★★
Academic / Non-Profit
Science communication and public health marketing roles. Significant pay discount versus commercial life sciences — typically 35–40% below pharma for equivalent seniority. Often offset by purpose, flexibility, and benefits.
US Manager: $65K–$95K | UK Manager: £30K–£48K
Pay level: ★★☆☆☆
Director-Level Pay by Sector (US)
| Sector | Director Low ($) | Director High ($) | Typical Total Comp | Key Skill Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Large Pharma | $200,000 | $280,000 | $280K–$420K incl. bonus | HCP / Omnichannel |
| Biotech | $195,000 | $290,000 | $280K–$500K+ incl. equity | Pipeline storytelling |
| Life Science Agency | $175,000 | $240,000 | $200K–$280K | Medical comms / scientific |
| MedTech | $185,000 | $260,000 | $225K–$340K | Digital / AI marketing |
| Digital Health / Health SaaS | $190,000 | $275,000 | $240K–$380K incl. options | B2B SaaS / demand gen |
| Academic / Non-Profit | $95,000 | $140,000 | $100K–$150K | Science communication |
Section 06 · Market Context
Science Marketing Salary Trends 2026
The life science marketing job market is growing rapidly. Here is the data on year-on-year growth and the factors shaping pay in 2026.
Year-on-Year Salary Growth — Life Sciences Sector
| Period | Avg Growth (All Roles) | Source | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 → 2022 | ~8–9% | BioSpace | Post-pandemic talent war; peak demand for commercial talent |
| 2022 → 2023 | ~2–3% | BioSpace | Cooling after record growth; biotech layoff cycle |
| 2023 → 2024 ★ | ~9% | BioSpace / Survey | Largest jump since 2021; four times the prior year's rate |
| 2024 → 2025 | ~5–7% | Industry estimate | AI premium emerging; oncology and rare disease continued surge |
| 2025 → 2026 | ~4–6% | Industry estimate | Stabilising growth; digital/AI skills commanding increasing premium |
★ 2023→2024 growth of 9% was the highest recorded since 2021, according to BioSpace Life Sciences Salary Report.
Section 07 · Salary Drivers
Skills & Specialisations That Command a Salary Premium
Having the right specialisation can add $10,000–$30,000 to your base salary in the US, or £7,000–£22,000 in the UK, above peers at the same role level.
| Skill / Specialisation | US Premium ($) | UK Premium (£) | Demand | Trajectory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oncology / Rare Disease specialism Hot | +$15,000–$30,000 | +£10,000–£22,000 | Very High | ↑↑ Rising fast |
| AI & Marketing Technology Hot | +$10,000–$25,000 | +£7,000–£18,000 | Very High | ↑↑ Accelerating |
| Scientific Background (BSc / MSc / PhD) | +$8,000–$20,000 | +£5,000–£14,000 | Very High | ↑ Rising |
| Omnichannel / HCP Marketing | +$12,000–$22,000 | +£8,000–£16,000 | High | ↑ Rising |
| Medical Communications Writing | Premium bracket | Premium bracket | High | → Stable |
| B2B Digital Marketing (Life Sci SaaS) | +$10,000–$20,000 | +£7,000–£14,000 | High | ↑ Rising |
| Regulatory Affairs Marketing | +$8,000–$18,000 | +£6,000–£13,000 | Moderate | → Stable |
| Market Access / HEOR Marketing | +$10,000–$22,000 | +£7,000–£16,000 | Moderate–High | ↑ Rising |
Section 08 · Career Advice
How to Negotiate Your Science Marketing Salary
Science marketing is increasingly a candidate-driven market at experienced levels. Here is how to use that to your advantage.
01
Anchor to total comp, not base
At senior levels, bonus, equity, and benefits can add 30–60% to base pay. Always negotiate each element separately rather than accepting a package as a single number.
02
Leverage your scientific background
If you hold a science degree or PhD, make it explicit in salary conversations. Employers consistently pay a premium for marketers who can credibly engage with key opinion leaders and scientific content.
03
Use location data strategically
For remote roles with a San Francisco or Boston employer, the benchmarks in this guide give you grounds to negotiate toward hub-level pay regardless of where you are located.
04
Name your specialisation premium
Oncology, rare disease, and omnichannel/HCP marketing specialists regularly earn $15,000–$30,000 above generalist peers. Quantify and explicitly name these skills in your negotiation.
05
Counter — the offer rarely gets withdrawn
In life sciences, nearly all offers have a negotiation buffer of 5–15% built in. The market is competitive enough that counteroffers are very rarely rescinded. Always ask.
06
Research the employer's posted range
Many US states now require salary transparency in job postings. Use the salary ranges listed on ScienceMarketingJobs.com to understand where an offer sits within the band before responding.
Section 09 · FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about science marketing salaries and careers.
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What is the average salary for a life science marketing manager in the US?The average base salary for a life science or pharma marketing manager in the US is $105,000–$140,000. In major hubs like San Francisco and Boston, salaries at this level typically reach $138,000–$148,000. Senior marketing managers nationally earn $155,000–$175,000. At top-tier pharmaceutical companies, experienced managers regularly exceed $155,000 base.
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How much does a pharma marketing director earn?A pharma or life science marketing director earns a national average of $200,000–$250,000 base salary in the US. City-level averages are: San Francisco $241,000, New York City $224,000, Boston $215,000, Los Angeles $214,000. In the UK, a life science marketing director earns £88,000–£155,000 depending on location, with London at the top end.
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What is the science marketing salary in the UK?UK life science marketing salaries range from £26,000–£42,000 for coordinators, £42,000–£80,000 for managers, £58,000–£100,000 for senior managers, and £88,000–£175,000 for directors. London pays approximately 20% above national averages, with the Oxford–Cambridge Golden Triangle at 15% above. The UK pharmaceutical marketing average across all levels is approximately £34,641 (Glassdoor, 2025–2026).
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Is science marketing well paid compared to general marketing?Yes. Science marketing commands a meaningful premium over general marketing, typically 15–25% higher at equivalent seniority levels. The combination of scientific knowledge and commercial marketing skills is rare and in high demand. The life sciences sector also saw 9% salary growth between 2023 and 2024 — considerably faster than the broader economy. Professionals with oncology, rare disease, or AI/digital marketing expertise earn a further $10,000–$30,000 above generalist peers.
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Which city pays the most for science marketing jobs in the US?San Francisco / Bay Area pays the most for science marketing jobs, with directors averaging $241,000. New York City ($224,000) and Greater Boston ($215,000) follow closely. The Bay Area also offers the highest regional average across all life sciences roles at $212,434 (BioSpace). These three hubs account for the majority of roles paying above $200,000 in the US.
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Do you need a science degree to work in science marketing?Not always, but it is a significant advantage. A scientific background (BSc, MSc, or PhD) typically adds $8,000–$20,000 to base salary in the US and is often a requirement for roles involving medical communications, KOL (key opinion leader) engagement, regulatory-adjacent marketing, and senior pharmaceutical marketing positions. For digital marketing, content strategy, and marketing operations roles, a science degree is less commonly required.
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What is the difference in pay between pharma and biotech marketing?Large pharma and late-stage biotech offer similar base salaries at most levels. The key difference is in total compensation: biotech often offers significant equity (0.1–0.5% at senior levels) that can be worth substantially more than the cash-heavy packages at established pharma companies, particularly at IPO. Early-stage biotech typically pays 5–10% less in base salary but compensates with higher equity stakes.
Section 10 · Data Notes
Methodology & Data Notes
Salary data was compiled between January and March 2026. Where sources provided ranges, midpoints were calculated for comparison tables. US city-level figures at manager and senior manager level were estimated by applying regional multipliers — derived from BioSpace hub data and Glassdoor regional differentials — to national role midpoints. Treat these as directional estimates with ±10% uncertainty.
UK figures are based on Glassdoor UK data, Reed.co.uk salary guides, and specialist life science recruitment agency benchmarks. All figures represent base salary only. Total compensation including annual bonus, equity, RSUs, and benefits can add 30–60% at senior levels.
This guide should be treated as a benchmarking reference, not a guarantee of pay. Individual compensation varies based on employer, exact responsibilities, negotiation, and market conditions. We recommend refreshing benchmarks annually. If you identify data that appears inaccurate, please contact us.
Section 11 · Citations
Sources & References
All 16 sources used in this guide, with publisher, date, reliability rating, and URL.
BioSpace Life Sciences Salary Report
BioSpace · 2025 · United States
★★★★★
Primary source for US life sciences pay by role, hub city, and sector. Includes 9% growth figure and hub concentration data (24/27 companies).
Glassdoor Salary Data — US (Multiple roles)
Glassdoor · 2025–2026 · US + UK
★★★★☆
Marketing Director, Manager, Coordinator, and Marketing Sciences Manager data with city-level breakdowns. Applied pharma/biotech filters where available.
US Bureau of Labor Statistics — OES
BLS / US Dept of Labor · May 2024 · United States
★★★★★
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for Marketing Managers (SOC 11-2021) and Marketing Coordinators. National and metro area data.
ScienceMarketingJobs.com Live Job Postings
ScienceMarketingJobs.com · March 2026 · US + UK
★★★★★
Salary ranges extracted from 181 active postings including Pfizer, Gilead, Vertex, Siemens Healthineers, Danaher, Syneos Health, and DNAnexus.
Glassdoor UK — Pharmaceutical Marketing
Glassdoor UK · 2025–2026 · United Kingdom
★★★★☆
Pharmaceutical Marketing average £34,641; Pharmaceutical Marketing Manager average £51,619, range £41,757–£64,697; top earners £80,489.
Reed.co.uk Salary Guide
Reed.co.uk · 2025 · United Kingdom
★★★★☆
Head of Marketing £70,000–£125,000; Marketing Manager £45,000–£70,000 for life science and pharmaceutical sector roles.
Life Science Recruitment Agency Benchmarks (UK)
Composite — Multiple recruiters · 2025 · UK
★★★☆☆
Regional UK salary multipliers (London +20%, Golden Triangle +15%, regional discounts) from specialist pharma/biotech recruiters. Composite of SRG, Niche Science & Technology, NonStop Recruitment.
Composite — no single URL
Glassdoor — Marketing Sciences Manager
Glassdoor · 2025–2026 · United States
★★★★☆
Marketing Sciences Manager average $130,482; range up to $238,000. Used for specialist analytics marketing track benchmark.
Glassdoor — Marketing Director by City
Glassdoor · 2025–2026 · United States
★★★★☆
Director city-level data: SF $241K, NYC $224K, Boston $215K, LA $214K, DC $214K, Seattle $213K, Chicago $199K. Used as Director-level city anchors throughout this guide.
Glassdoor — Marketing Coordinator by City
Glassdoor · 2025–2026 · United States
★★★★☆
Coordinator city data: SF $66,824; San Jose $65,947; Boston $64,510; DC $61,665. Used as Coordinator-level city anchors.
BioSpace Regional Hub Data
BioSpace · 2025 · United States
★★★★★
Northern CA life sciences average $212,434; Southern CA $197,682; East Coast (NY/NJ/CT/PA) $190,159; Pacific Northwest $165,054.
Glassdoor UK — Marketing Manager London
Glassdoor UK · 2025–2026 · London, UK
★★★★☆
Marketing Manager London average £47,989; range £40,735–£56,534. Used for London premium validation and regional multiplier calibration.
Pharma / Biotech Executive Comp Disclosures
Composite (SEC filings, Equilar, Radford) · 2024–2025
★★★☆☆
VP and CMO benchmarks; total comp structure (base/bonus/equity) at large pharma and biotech. Drawn from public compensation disclosures and executive salary surveys.
Composite — SEC EDGAR and Equilar data
PMEA / BHBIA Industry Salary Surveys
Pharmaceutical Marketing and Excellence Association · 2025
★★★☆☆
Agency versus in-house premium/discount benchmarks; CRO sector pay data; medical communications compensation ranges.
Available to PMEA/BHBIA members
BLS OES — Marketing Coordinator National Average
BLS / US Dept of Labor · May 2024 · United States
★★★★★
National average for Marketing Coordinator (SOC 13-1161): $59,027. Reference for US entry-level benchmark across all industries including life sciences.
BioSpace — 2023→2024 Salary Growth Data
BioSpace · 2024 · United States
★★★★★
9% average salary growth 2023→2024 — largest since 2021 and four times the prior year's rate. Also source for the 24/27 biopharma $300K+ median pay hub concentration statistic.