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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Controller in California is $155,017 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.
However, a Business Controller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Business Controller Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $169,181 | $14,098 | $3,253 | $81 |
| Average | $155,017 | $12,918 | $2,981 | $75 |
| 25th Percentile | $139,939 | $11,662 | $2,691 | $67 |
Sanders Industries Holdings - Lake Forest, CA
Addison Group - Alhambra, CA
Cosmetix West - Torrance, CA
The Travel Corporation - Glendale, CA
A Business Controller'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 Business Controller'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Business Controller | $148,223 |
| Intermediate Level Business Controller | $148,913 |
| Senior Level Business Controller | $151,214 |
| Specialist Level Business Controller | $153,975 |
| Expert Level Business Controller | $157,517 |
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 Business Controllers. 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:
For Business Controller roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Business Controller positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Controller as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $232,525 | $112.0 | 50% |
| Financial Services | $217,023 | $104.0 | 40% |
| Biotechnology | $201,522 | $97.0 | 30% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $201,522 | $97.0 | 30% |
Understanding how a Business Controller'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 | $169,181 | $14,098 | $3,253 | $81 |
| Average | $155,017 | $12,918 | $2,981 | $75 |
| 25th Percentile | $139,939 | $11,662 | $2,691 | $67 |
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