Overview
Business Development Manager Salary Overview
- Bottom 25% Average
$51,156
Early-stage startups
- Middle 50% Average
$75,639
Growth companies
- Top 25% Average
$172,918
Late-stage/public companies
Business Development Managers at SaaS companies earn an average of $94,858, with typical salaries ranging from $70,000 to $88,432. Based on 48 real salary data points from SaaS companies.
Quartile bands
Detailed Business Development Manager Compensation Breakdown
Top 25%
$172,918
12 salaries
Middle 50%
$75,639
26 salaries
Bottom 25%
$51,156
10 salaries
Percentile Band | Average Base Salary | # of salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | $172,918 | 12 salaries |
| Middle 50% | $75,639 | 26 salaries |
| Bottom 25% | $51,156 | 10 salaries |
Key insights
What Drives Higher Business Development Manager Pay?
Years of experience and proven track record
Company stage and funding (later stage typically pays more)
Technical expertise and specialization
Location and remote work policies
Business Development Manager Compensation Structure
Base salary is primary component
Equity grants common at growth-stage companies
Performance bonuses typically 10-20% of base
Benefits packages vary by company stage
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