Finance Business Partner Salary in the United States

How much does a Finance Business Partner make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Finance Business Partner in the United States is $68,202 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, a Finance Business Partner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,073
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,862 to $72,845
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,001
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Finance Business Partner Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $72,845 $6,070 $1,401 $35
Average $68,202 $5,683 $1,312 $33
25th Percentile $62,862 $5,239 $1,209 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Finance Business Partner Salaries

A Finance Business Partner'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Finance Business Partner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Finance Business Partner'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): $68,572
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,832
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,481
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,837
  • Expert (over 8 years): $117,701
Levels Salary
Finance B... Level Finance Business Partner$68,572
Financial... Level Finance Business Partner$77,832
Financial... Level Finance Business Partner$93,481
Financial... Level Finance Business Partner$108,837
Financial... Level Finance Business Partner$117,701
$68,572 0 yr
$77,832 < 2 yrs
$93,481 2-4 yrs
$108,837 5-8 yrs
$117,701 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Finance Business Partners

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:

  • San Jose: $86,023
  • San Francisco: $85,081
  • Oakland: $83,288

What Skills Can Increase a Finance Business Partner's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.26% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Accounts Payable (Mentioned in 2.16% Job Postings): Accounts payable (AP) is money owed by a business to its suppliers shown as a liability on a company's balance sheet. It is distinct from notes payable liabilities, which are debts created by formal legal instrument documents.
  • Financial Analysis (Mentioned in 1.07% Job Postings): Financial statement analysis (or financial analysis) is the process of reviewing and analyzing a company's financial statements to make better economic decisions to earn income in future. These statements include the income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows, notes to accounts and a statement of changes in equity (if applicable). Financial statement analysis is a method or process involving specific techniques for evaluating risks, performance, financial health, and future prospects of an organization. It is used by a variety of stakeholders, such as credit and equity investors, the government, the public, and decision-makers within the organization. These stakeholders have different interests and apply a variety of different techniques to meet their needs. For example, equity investors are interested in the long-term earnings power of the organization and perhaps the sustainability and growth of dividend payments. Creditors want to ensure the interest and principal is paid on the organizations debt securities (e.g., bonds) when due.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.26%
Accounts Payable 2.16%
Financial Analysis 1.07%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Finance Business Partner's salary.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Financial Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Flexibility
$77,068
13%
Financial Analysis
$75,704
11%
Time Management
$75,022
10%
Billing
$75,022
10%
Collaboration
$74,340
9%
Coordination
$74,340
9%
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Finance Business Partner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Finance Business Partner roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Finance Business Partner positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Finance Business Partner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Finance Business Partner

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$88,662$43.030%
Energy & Utilities$81,842$39.020%
Healthcare$78,432$38.015%
Pharmaceuticals$78,432$38.015%
Aerospace & Defense$75,022$36.010%

How Education impacts a Finance Business Partner's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Finance Business Partners enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Finance Business Partner with a Bachelor's Degree is between $63,751 and $67,624).

Finance Business Partner Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Finance Business Partner
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.4%
High School 2.8%
Associates 2.8%
Bachelors 67.8%
Masters 25.2%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Finance Business Partner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Finance Business Partner'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Finance Business Partner

Salaries for a Finance Business Partner can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $64,688 in 2023 to around $63,027 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Finance Business Partner salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Finance Business Partner Over Time

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2023
$64,688
2024
$63,584
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$63,027
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2024 $63,584
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FAQ about Finance Business Partner

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Finance Business Partner?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Finance Business Partner roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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