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How much does Cfo make?
Total pay range
$234K - $437K/yr
$312K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$139K - $259K/yrBase pay
$95K - $178K/yrAdditional pay
Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview
What is the pay outlook for Business?
Jobs in business are in increasing demand, requiring workers with at least a bachelor’s degree and moderate to advanced technical skills, with the use of data often a required job function. To remain competitive, job seekers with little relevant field experience should consider higher degrees or industry-specific certificates to meet evolving requirements.
Recent salaries shared by Cfo
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
CFO
|
10-14 years
$94K - $110K/yr
Fairlawn, OH
submitted on Aug 1, 2024
$94K - $110K/yr
CFO
|
15+ years
$228K/yr
($190K • $38K)
Vancouver, WA
submitted on Jul 31, 2024
$228K/yr
$190K • $38K
CFO
|
4-6 years
$194K/yr
($194K • $0)
Duluth, GA
submitted on Jul 18, 2024
$194K/yr
$194K • $0
CFO
|
15+ years
$114K/yr
($107K • $7K)
Daphne, AL
submitted on Jul 16, 2024
$114K/yr
$107K • $7K
CFO
|
1-3 years
$162K/yr
($162K • $0)
Las Cruces, NM
submitted on Jul 11, 2024
$162K/yr
$162K • $0
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CFO
|
10-14 years
$258K/yr
($258K • $0)
Miami, FL
submitted on Jul 1, 2024
$258K/yr
$258K • $0
CFO
|
15+ years
$248K - $291K/yr
Langhorne, PA
submitted on Jun 25, 2024
$248K - $291K/yr
CFO
|
15+ years
$121K/yr
($121K • $0)
Hallandale Beach, FL
submitted on Jun 21, 2024
$121K/yr
$121K • $0
CFO
|
15+ years
$298K/yr
($231K • $67K)
Bellevue, WA
submitted on Jun 19, 2024
$298K/yr
$231K • $67K
CFO
|
10-14 years
$255K/yr
($255K • $0)
Spokane, WA
submitted on Jun 13, 2024
$255K/yr
$255K • $0
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Top paying industries
The top paying industry for Cfo in United States is Hotels & Travel Accommodation with a median total pay of $215,090.
Hotels & Travel Accommodation
The top paying company in Hotels & Travel Accommodation for Cfo is Umbrella Corporation.
Frequently asked questions about CFO salaries
The average salary for CFO is $311,887 per year or $150 per hour, with top earners making up to $570,754 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $233,916 (25th percentile) to $436,642 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 547 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by CFO employees.
The highest salary for CFO is $436,642 per year, $36,387 per month or $210 per hour.
The lowest salary for CFO is $233,916 per year, $19,493 per month or $112 per hour.
Pay for chief financial officers (CFO) varies widely, since the upper bound can range into the six figure range. In general, they are among the most highly paid employees of their firm, behind only chief executive officers (CEO) and presidents. This premium reflects their extensive experience and critical role. Chief financial officers for private sector firms can usually increase their pay by making companies more profitable and earning bonuses. Additionally, they can establish a strong reputation and move to larger firms.
