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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a CRA Business Development Director in California is $180,880 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.
However, a CRA Business Development Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $210,970 | $17,581 | $4,057 | $101 |
| Average | $180,880 | $15,073 | $3,478 | $87 |
| 25th Percentile | $149,010 | $12,418 | $2,866 | $72 |
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A CRA Business Development Director'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a CRA Business Development Director'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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Business /Economic Development Representative IV | 7+ years | $120,348 |
| Business /Economic Development Representative IV | 7-10 years | $144,098 |
| Community Development Relationship Manager I | 10+ years | $140,302 |
| CRA Business Development Director | 10+ years | $180,880 |
| Vice President of Community Outreach and Development | 10+ years | $196,075 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract CRA Business Development Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
CRA Business Development Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $197,343. While startup companies pay approximate $167,047.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $167,047 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $176,664 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $190,567 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $197,343 |
For CRA Business Development Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, CRA Business Development Director positions in Business Services or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view CRA Business Development Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Services | $198,968 | $96.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a CRA Business Development Director'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $210,970 | $17,581 | $4,057 | $101 |
| Average | $180,880 | $15,073 | $3,478 | $87 |
| 25th Percentile | $149,010 | $12,418 | $2,866 | $72 |
For a CRA Business Development Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Vice President of Community Outreach and Development role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $196,090 - a projected growth of 8% over your current level.
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