Entry-Level Marketing Operations Salary (2026)

$70,000 Median Salary

$76,825 Avg Range Low

$118,176 Avg Range High

53 Tracked Roles

Salary Range

Entry

$76,825 Median: $70,000 $118,176

What Entry-Level MOps Professionals Do

Entry-level MOps roles typically involve campaign execution, list management, CRM hygiene, and marketing automation support. These positions are the starting point for a career in marketing operations, often requiring 0-2 years of experience.

Key Skills at This Level

HubSpot or Marketo basics, CRM data entry, email campaign setup, list segmentation, basic reporting, spreadsheet proficiency.

How Entry Compares Across All Levels

Marketing operations compensation increases significantly at each step. Here is where Entry-level pay sits relative to the full seniority ladder:

Entry (current)

$76,825 Median: $70,000 $118,176

Mid

$111,986 Median: $100,000 $174,071

Senior

$117,415 Median: $110,000 $152,679

Director

$138,344 Median: $140,000 $198,843

$178,038 Median: $165,000 $266,255

Factors That Influence Entry-Level Pay

Location. Metro areas like San Francisco, New York, and Boston consistently push compensation higher. See the salary index for metro breakdowns.

Company stage. Enterprise companies and well-funded startups tend to pay more than mid-market firms at every level. Equity packages at startups can shift total compensation significantly.

Tool expertise. Proficiency in high-demand platforms like Marketo, Salesforce, and HubSpot correlates with higher offers. Specialized skills in data architecture, attribution, or RevOps alignment command premiums.

Remote vs. onsite. Remote roles at this level pay a median of $92,000, while onsite roles reach $105,000. See the remote vs. onsite breakdown.

Next level: Mid-Level MOps Salary

Source: MOps Report analysis of 295 marketing operations job postings (203 with disclosed salary data). Updated 2026-04-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average entry-level marketing operations salary?

The median entry-level marketing operations salary is $70,000 based on 53 tracked job postings. The average range spans $76,825 to $118,176.

What skills do entry-level marketing operations roles require?

Common skills for entry-level marketing operations roles include: HubSpot or Marketo basics, CRM data entry, email campaign setup, list segmentation, basic reporting, spreadsheet proficiency.

How does entry-level marketing operations pay compare to other levels?

The overall MOps median is $100,000. Entry-level roles fall below that benchmark at $70,000 median.

Entry-Level Marketing Operations Salary