How much does a F&I Business Manager make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a F&I Business Manager in California is $93,118 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, a F&I Business Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,602
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,093 to $102,270
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,876

Key Factors That Influence F&I Business Manager Salaries

A F&I Business 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 F&I Business Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a F&I Business 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): $87,579
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $88,015
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,742
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $90,485
  • Expert (over 8 years): $93,753
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level F&I Business Manager less than 1 year $87,579
Early Career Level F&I Business Manager 1-2 years $88,015
Mid-Level Level F&I Business Manager 2-4 years $88,742
Senior-Level Level F&I Business Manager 5-8 years $90,485
Expert Level F&I Business Manager over 8 years $93,753

Top Paying Cities for F&I Business 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: $93,278
  • West Hollywood: $93,211
  • Dodgertown: $93,277

F&I Business Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For F&I Business Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, F&I Business Manager positions in Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view F&I Business Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a F&I Business Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services $111,741 $54.0 20%

F&I Business Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a F&I Business 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
$84,093
Average $93,118/year
$102,270
$7,008
Average $7,760/month
$8,522
$1,617
Average $1,791/week
$1,967
$40
Average $45/hour
$49
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $102,270 $8,522 $1,967 $49
Average $93,118 $7,760 $1,791 $45
25th Percentile $84,093 $7,008 $1,617 $40

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