Senior Business Intelligence Engineer Salary in California

How much does a Senior Business Intelligence Engineer make in California?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Business Intelligence Engineer in California is $129,510 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

However, a Senior Business Intelligence Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,915
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,050 to $142,808
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,616
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75th Percentile $142,808 $11,901 $2,746 $69
Average $129,510 $10,792 $2,491 $62
25th Percentile $118,050 $9,837 $2,270 $57
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Key Factors That Influence Senior Business Intelligence Engineer Salaries

A Senior Business Intelligence Engineer'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 Senior Business Intelligence Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Business Intelligence Engineer'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $76,748
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $97,769
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,532
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,218
  • Expert (over 8 years): $190,764
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Business ... Level Senior Business Intelligence Engineer$76,748
Business ... Level Senior Business Intelligence Engineer$97,769
Senior Bu... Level Senior Business Intelligence Engineer$128,532
Business ... Level Senior Business Intelligence Engineer$142,218
Business ... Level Senior Business Intelligence Engineer$190,764
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$142,218 5-8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Senior Business Intelligence Engineers

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: $130,062
  • West Hollywood: $130,062
  • Dodgertown: $130,062

Senior Business Intelligence Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Business Intelligence Engineer'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.

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75th Percentile $142,808 $11,901 $2,746 $69
Average $129,510 $10,792 $2,491 $62
25th Percentile $118,050 $9,837 $2,270 $57

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