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Business development executive salary in United States (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$79,167
Average $79,167
Low $40,422
High $155,051

The average salary for a business development executive is $79,167 per year in the United States. 4.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 12, 2026).

Business Development Executive job openings in United States

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Research & Business Developmen...
Peterborough, NH
$55,000 - $80,000 a year
Full-time
1 hour ago

Highest paying companies for Business Development Executive in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Integrated Computer Solutions,...
 
$500,000per year
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Smith Hanley Associates, LLC
 
$362,500per year
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Reliance
 
$360,000per year
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CrossCountry Consulting
 
$350,000per year
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USAA
 
$345,398per year
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Citi
 
$267,471per year
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Highest paying cities for Business Development Executives near United States

  1. Washington, DC
    $109,449 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $95,842 per year
  3. New York, NY
    $91,889 per year
  4. Tampa, FL
    $90,632 per year
  5. Chicago, IL
    $84,334 per year

Where can a Business Development Executive earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Business Development Executive get paid in United States?

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