Account Executive/Business Development Manager Salary in California

How much does an Account Executive/Business Development Manager make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Executive/Business Development Manager in California is $113,686 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $55.

However, an Account Executive/Business Development Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,100
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,460 to $127,512
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $94,149

Key Factors That Influence Account Executive/Business Development Manager Salaries

An Account Executive/Business Development Manager'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 Account Executive/Business Development Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account Executive/Business Development Manager'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): $71,700
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $85,445
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,806
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,998
  • Expert (over 8 years): $187,283
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Business Development Associate I less than 1 year $71,700
Business Development Associate II 1-2 years $85,445
Account Executive/Business Development Manager 2-4 years $110,806
Business Development Associate IV 5-8 years $145,998
Business Development Associate V over 8 years $187,283

Top Paying Cities for Account Executive/Business Development Manager

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:

  • Los Angeles: $113,882
  • West Hollywood: $113,800
  • Dodgertown: $113,881

Account Executive/Business Development Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account Executive/Business Development Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Account Executive/Business Development Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account Executive/Business Development Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account Executive/Business Development Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $136,423 $66.0 20%
Software & Networking $136,423 $66.0 20%
Internet $130,739 $63.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $130,739 $63.0 15%
Chemicals $125,055 $60.0 10%

Account Executive/Business Development Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Account Executive/Business Development Manager'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.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$103,460
Average $113,686/year
$127,512
$8,622
Average $9,474/month
$10,626
$1,990
Average $2,186/week
$2,452
$50
Average $55/hour
$61
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $127,512 $10,626 $2,452 $61
Average $113,686 $9,474 $2,186 $55
25th Percentile $103,460 $8,622 $1,990 $50

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