Chief financial officer salary in United States

The average salary for a Chief Financial Officer is $172,702 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 5.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Chief Financial Officer salaries typically range between a low of $101,098 and a high of $295,021 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Chief Financial Officer include Los Angeles, CA at $231,462 per year, Visalia, CA at $230,299 per year, and New York, NY at $228,331 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Chief Financial Officer include ACCO Engineered Systems ($500,000 per year) and Del Grande Dealer Group ($500,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Chief Financial Officer salary compares to related positions:

• Assistant Chief Financial Officer: Average $128,197 per year
• Deputy Chief Financial Officer: Average $150,162 per year