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Business Development Representative IV Salary in California

How much does a Business Development Representative IV make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Development Representative IV in California is $143,640 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, a Business Development Representative IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $160,127
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,780 to $152,270
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,161
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Business Development Representative IV Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $152,270 $12,689 $2,928 $73
Average $143,640 $11,970 $2,762 $69
25th Percentile $129,780 $10,815 $2,496 $62
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Key Factors That Influence Business Development Representative IV Salaries

A Business Development Representative IV's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Business Development Representative Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business Development Representative IV's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Business Development Representative II (2-4 years): $84,060
  • Business Development Representative III (4-7 years): $109,003
  • Business Development Representative IV (7+ years): $143,634
  • BDR V (7-10 years): $184,256
  • Business Prospect Development Supervisor (10+ years): $126,376
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Business Development Representative II2-4 years$84,060
Business Development Representative III4-7 years$109,003
Business Development Representative IV7+ years$143,634
BDR V7-10 years$184,256
Business Prospect Development Supervisor10+ years$126,376
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Top Paying Cities for Business Development Representative IVs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $143,890
  • West Hollywood: $143,780
  • Dodgertown: $143,880

Business Development Representative IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Business Development Representative IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $160,797. While startup companies pay approximate $136,030.

Business Development Representative IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$136,030
Growth Stage51~500$143,868
Established501~5000$155,278
Enterprise5000+$160,797

Business Development Representative IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business Development Representative IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Business Development Representative positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Development Representative IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Development Representative IV

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$186,732$90.030%
Internet$179,550$86.025%
Financial Services$172,368$83.020%
Energy & Utilities$165,186$79.015%
Business Services$158,004$76.010%

Business Development Representative IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business Development Representative IV's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Business Development Representative IV Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Business Development Representative IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the BDR V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $184,300 - a projected growth of 28% over your current level.

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