As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Broker in the US is $202,093, equivalent to $97 per hour, $3,886 weekly, or $16,841 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Broker in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Principal Broker in the US vary widely, spanning from $161,224 to $264,567. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($180,700) and 75th percentile ($234,794), while top earners (90th percentile) make $264,567 per year. This $54,094 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Insurance Products, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Principal Broker often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 42 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
Principal Broker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Broker Salary $161,224 US September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Broker Salary $180,700 US September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Broker Salary $202,093 US September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Broker Salary $234,794 US September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Broker Salary $264,567 US September 01, 2026
25% $180,700 10% $161,224 90% $264,567 75% $234,794 $202,093 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Principal Broker ?

A broker is a person or firm who arranges transactions between a buyer and a seller for a commission when the deal is executed. A broker who also acts as a seller or as a buyer becomes a principal party to the deal. Neither role should be confused with that of an agent—one who acts on behalf of a principal party in a deal....

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Broker in the United States. The base salary for Principal Broker ranges from $180,700 to $234,794 with the average base salary of $202,093. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $216,627 to $405,804 with the average total cash compensation of $281,708.

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