As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Small Business Banker I in the United States is $77,069. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $66,258 to $86,145, with most professionals earning between $56,415 and $94,408.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $86,145 | $7,179 | $1,657 | $41 |
| Average | $77,069 | $6,422 | $1,482 | $37 |
| 25th Percentile | $66,258 | $5,522 | $1,274 | $32 |
An entry-level Small Business Banker I with less than 1 year of experience earns about $73,035. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $73,519. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $78,424. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $80,049, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $80,456.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Small Business Banker I | $73,035 |
| Intermediate Level Small Business Banker I | $73,519 |
| Senior Level Small Business Banker I | $78,424 |
| Specialist Level Small Business Banker I | $80,049 |
| Expert Level Small Business Banker I | $80,456 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 5% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 4% |
| Experienced | 4% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of May 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Small Business Banker I compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $80,275 in 2023 to approximately $80,357 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Small Business Banker I salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $77,069 | 67.2% | ||
| Bonus | $5,843 | 5.1% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $6,343 | 5.5% | ||
| 401K/403B | $3,897 | 3.4% | ||
| Disability | $663 | 0.6% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,056 | 5.3% | ||
| Pension | $4,560 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $10,205 | 8.9% | ||
| Total Compensation | $114,635 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 10.0% |
| Associates | 3.3% |
| Bachelors | 70.0% |
| Masters | 13.3% |
| Doctorate | 3.3% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Small Business Banker I is $77,069. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Small Business Banker I is $37; the average weekly pay of Small Business Banker I is $1,482; the average monthly pay of Small Business Banker I is $6,422.
A Small Business Banker I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Small Business Banker I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Small Business Banker I is $97,207.
The highest pay for Small Business Banker I is $94,408.
The lowest pay for Small Business Banker I is $56,415.
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