Business Sales Executive Salary in the United States

How much does a Business Sales Executive make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Sales Executive in the United States is $141,566 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $154,137
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $124,008 to $148,146
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,022
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Business Sales Executive Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $148,146 $12,346 $2,849 $71
Average $141,566 $11,797 $2,722 $68
25th Percentile $124,008 $10,334 $2,385 $60
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Key Factors That Influence Business Sales Executive Salaries

A Business Sales Executive'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 Business Sales Executive Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business Sales Executive'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): $95,297
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $125,723
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,083
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,008
  • Expert (over 8 years): $104,147
Levels Salary
Sales Rep... Level Business Sales Executive$95,297
Sales Rep... Level Business Sales Executive$125,723
Business ... Level Business Sales Executive$141,083
Sales Sup... Level Business Sales Executive$94,008
Sales Sup... Level Business Sales Executive$104,147
$95,297 0 yr
$125,723 < 2 yrs
$141,083 2-4 yrs
$94,008 5-8 yrs
$104,147 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

How Do Business Sales Executive Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Business Sales Executives. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $156,742.
  • California: $156,147.
  • Massachusetts: $154,066.

Top Paying Cities for Business Sales Executives

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: $178,557
  • San Francisco: $176,602
  • Oakland: $172,880

What Skills Can Increase a Business Sales Executive's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 12.18% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Sales Training (Mentioned in 1.77% Job Postings): Designing, delivering, supporting, assessing, and improving training sessions related to sales techniques to help salesperson grow sales skill.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.45% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 12.18%
Sales Training 1.77%
Microsoft Office 1.45%
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 Business Sales Executive's salary.
  • Sales Training: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
  • Coaching: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Sales Training
$165,632
17%
Coaching
$155,723
10%
Networking
$155,723
10%
Building Relationships
$152,891
8%
Analysis
$152,891
8%
Prospecting
$152,891
8%
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Business Sales Executive Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business Sales Executive roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Business Sales Executive positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Sales Executive as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Sales Executive

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$176,958$85.025%
Energy & Utilities$169,879$82.020%
Financial Services$162,801$78.015%
Biotechnology$155,723$75.010%
Insurance$155,723$75.010%

Business Sales Executive Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business Sales Executive'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 Business Sales Executive

Salaries for a Business Sales Executive can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $134,656 in 2023 to around $132,067 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Business Sales Executive salary trends, .

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    VESTIS | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Business Sales Executive

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Business Sales Executive?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Business Sales Executive roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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