Average Marketing, sales and advertising directors Salary in City of London
ONS ASHE 2025 · London region · Updated October 2025
How City of London compares
According to ONS figures for 2025, the median marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in the London reached £111,935, sitting 24.4% above the national median of £90,000. Factor in the London's cost of living (16.4% above the UK norm) and a £111,935 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £96,164. Compared to the City of London average across all roles (£67,064), marketing, sales and advertising directorss take home 66.9% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (London index: 116.4, UK=100), a salary of £111,935 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £96,164 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the London is 16.4% above the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in City of London?
The median marketing, sales and advertising directors salary in the London (which includes City of London) is £111,935 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does marketing, sales and advertising directors pay in City of London compare to the UK average?
Marketing, sales and advertising directors in the London earn 24.4% above the national median of £90,000. This makes the London one of the higher-paying regions for this role.
Is marketing, sales and advertising directors a well-paid job in City of London compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in City of London is £67,064. Marketing, sales and advertising directors in the London earn £111,935, which is 66.9% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for marketing, sales and advertising directorss cover the London region. The all-jobs average is specific to City of London. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.