US Salary & Benefits Guide 2026
Our US Salary & Benefits Guide 2026 provides a clear, data-driven view of compensation, benefits and hiring trends across the United States. Covering corporate, financial, consumer and digital communications, the guide supports employers benchmarking teams and professionals assessing the US market. Reflecting a landscape shaped by political change, regulatory scrutiny and demand for senior strategic talent, the guide offers practical insight into how organizations are structuring roles, rewards and leadership capability.
2026 US Market Highlights
- US organizations are prioritizing senior leaders who can drive revenue, manage regulatory risk and provide strategic direction.
- Base salaries have stabilized, but competition for high-performing senior talent continues through enhanced benefits and incentives.
- Professionals with experience navigating federal policy and strong Washington networks continue to secure higher compensation.
- Following regulatory and legal developments, some organizations are reassessing how DEI initiatives are positioned and delivered.
What’s in the 2026 Guide
- Salary benchmarks for corporate, financial, consumer and digital communications roles
- Insight into salary variation by region, sector and company size
- US benefits benchmarks, including healthcare, equity, bonuses and sabbatical programs
- Hanson Search insights on leadership, regulation, DEI and hiring trends in the US market
Download the US Salary & Benefits Guide 2026
At Hanson Search, we help organizations recruit business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation and risk, across strategic communications leadership. Access detailed salary data and benefits benchmarks to support workforce planning, hiring decisions or your next career move. The Salary & Benefits Guide is designed to support informed decision-making in a complex and competitive market.
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