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Business development specialist salary in United States (Updated 2026)

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

Average base salary

$68,355
Average $68,355
Low $40,098
High $116,525

The average salary for a business development specialist is $68,355 per year in the United States and $15,000 commission per year.3.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 29, 2026).

Business Development Specialist job openings in United States

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International Business Develop...
Boeing3.9out of 5 stars.
Washington, DC
$169,500 - $233,200 a year
2 months ago

Highest paying companies for Business Development Specialist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
KIPP Schools
 
$416,000per year
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Evexias Health Solutions
 
$300,000per year
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Omitron Inc
 
$200,000per year
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Aptiv
 
$200,000per year
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Rudolph and Sletten
 
$190,000per year
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Viasat
 
$188,600per year
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Highest paying cities for Business Development Specialists near United States

  1. Sacramento, CA
    $90,407 per year
  2. Charleston, SC
    $84,380 per year
  3. Tyler, TX
    $82,199 per year
  4. Reno, NV
    $79,289 per year
  5. Seattle, WA
    $69,885 per year

Where can a Business Development Specialist earn more?

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