Senior Director, Business Development Salary in California

How much does a Senior Director, Business Development make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Director, Business Development in California is $234,483 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $113.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $270,155
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $213,315 to $253,155
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $194,042
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75th Percentile $253,155 $21,096 $4,868 $122
Average $234,483 $19,540 $4,509 $113
25th Percentile $213,315 $17,776 $4,102 $103
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Key Factors That Influence Senior Director, Business Development Salaries

A Senior Director, Business Development'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 Director, Business Development Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Director, Business Development'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): $146,368
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $192,524
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $233,110
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $299,728
  • Expert (over 8 years): $355,027
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Business ... Level Senior Director, Business Development$146,368
Business ... Level Senior Director, Business Development$192,524
Senior Di... Level Senior Director, Business Development$233,110
Vice Pres... Level Senior Director, Business Development$299,728
SVP of Bu... Level Senior Director, Business Development$355,027
$146,368 0 yr
$192,524 < 2 yrs
$233,110 2-4 yrs
$299,728 5-8 yrs
$355,027 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Senior Director, Business Developments

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: $234,887
  • West Hollywood: $234,717
  • Dodgertown: $234,885

Senior Director, Business Development Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Senior Director, Business Development roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Hospitality & Leisure and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Senior Director, Business Development positions in Insurance or Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Senior Director, Business Development as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Senior Director, Business Development

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure$293,104$141.025%
Chemicals$281,380$135.020%
Telecom$281,380$135.020%
Financial Services$269,656$130.015%
Biotechnology$257,932$124.010%

Senior Director, Business Development Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Director, Business Development'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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Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$213,315
Average $234,483/year
$253,155
$17,776
Average $19,540/month
$21,096
$4,102
Average $4,509/week
$4,868
$103
Average $113/hour
$122
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $253,155 $21,096 $4,868 $122
Average $234,483 $19,540 $4,509 $113
25th Percentile $213,315 $17,776 $4,102 $103

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