How Much Do CDMP-Certified Professionals Earn? Salary Guide 2026

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CDMP Salary Ranges by Role and Location (2026)

Role	UK Salary Range	US Salary Range	CDMP Premium
Data Governance Analyst	£45,000–£65,000	$70,000–$95,000	+15–20%
Data Governance Manager	£65,000–£90,000	$95,000–$130,000	+20–25%
Data Governance Director	£90,000–£130,000	$130,000–$180,000	+15–20%
Data Steward	£40,000–£60,000	$60,000–$85,000	+15–20%
Data Quality Manager	£55,000–£80,000	$80,000–$115,000	+20–25%
Data Architect	£70,000–£100,000	$100,000–$145,000	+15–20%
Chief Data Officer	£120,000–£200,000+	$175,000–$300,000+	+10–15%
Data Management Consultant	£60,000–£120,000	$90,000–$160,000	+20–25%

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