DMCG Global 2026 US Salary Guide
2026 salary benchmarks for the US market.
Knowing what competitive looks like is an important part of making the right hiring decisions.
Particularly in a market where expectations can vary significantly by location, specialism and experience.
The DMCG Global 2026 US Salary Guide brings together indicative permanent salary and contract benchmarks, informed by the day-to-day market knowledge and hiring activity of our specialist recruitment Partners.
With much of our US client and talent network based in New York, the ranges naturally lean towards the NY market while providing a practical reference point for hiring across the US.
Covering 13 specialist areas, from Creative & Design, Marketing and Client Services through to Technology and AI, Microsoft Dynamics 365 & Copilot and Cyber Security, the guide is designed to help hiring teams benchmark roles and give talent a clearer view of the market.
Download the DMCG Global 2026 US Salary Guide here.
For more specific benchmarking by role, region or market, you'll find the relevant DMCG Global specialist within each section of the guide.
Planning a hire or your next move?
Whether you're building a team, benchmarking salaries or considering your next career move, our specialist recruitment Partners can provide a more detailed view of your market.
Submit a vacancy to speak with one of our recruitment specialists, or get in touch with the relevant Partner featured in the guide.
