As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Audit Partner in the US is $258,952, equivalent to $124 per hour, $4,980 weekly, or $21,579 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Audit Partner in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Audit Partner in the US vary widely, spanning from $200,403 to $320,841. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($228,305) and 75th percentile ($291,347), while top earners (90th percentile) make $320,841 per year. This $63,042 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Market Risk, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Audit Partner often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 46 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Audit Partner Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Audit Partner Salary $200,403 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Audit Partner Salary $228,305 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Audit Partner Salary $258,952 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Audit Partner Salary $291,347 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Audit Partner Salary $320,841 US January 01, 2026
25% $228,305 10% $200,403 90% $320,841 75% $291,347 $258,952 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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