Advertising and Promotions Managers vs. Financial Managers: Who Earns More?
Financial Managers out-earn Advertising and Promotions Managers by $33K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Advertising and Promotions Managers land at $133,660 and Financial Managers at $166,570. The education gap is real: advertising and promotions manager programs typically require bachelor's degree, while financial manager programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Advertising and Promotions Managers is New York ($173,700); for Financial Managers it's New York ($219,880).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Advertising and Promotions Managers median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Advertising and Promotions Managers or Financial Managers?
Financial Managers earn more nationally. The median is $133,660 for Advertising and Promotions Managers versus $166,570 for Financial Managers, a difference of $33K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Advertising and Promotions Managers or Financial Managers?
Financial Managers has the better 10-year outlook at 14.8% projected growth, compared to -2.2% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Advertising and Promotions Managers or Financial Managers?
Advertising and Promotions Managers typically requires bachelor's degree. Financial Managers requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Advertising and Promotions Managers get paid the most?
New York is the top-paying state for Advertising and Promotions Managers at $173,700/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Advertising and Promotions Managers vs. Financial Managers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In New York, Advertising and Promotions Managers earn $173,700 vs. $219,880 for Financial Managers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.