Finance Salary Guide 2026
The average finance salary ranges from $86,460 to $103,806 per year, based on 350 active finance job listings. This guide is updated automatically from live job data so you always see current market rates.
$86,460
Average minimum
$103,806
Average maximum
47%
Remote-friendly roles
Salary by Role
Average pay across common finance titles currently listed.
| Role | Typical range | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Controller | $87,512 - $105,289 | 42 |
| Treasury Analyst | $88,769 - $104,402 | 38 |
| Senior Accountant | $91,828 - $110,230 | 34 |
| Investment Analyst | $90,585 - $110,805 | 33 |
| FP&A Manager | $89,519 - $108,448 | 29 |
| Financial Analyst | $91,948 - $107,454 | 29 |
| Finance Manager | $91,036 - $107,088 | 28 |
| Risk Analyst | $90,725 - $108,259 | 27 |
| Senior Software Engineer | $70,513 - $86,719 | 15 |
| Full Stack Developer | $76,762 - $85,832 | 12 |
Salary by City
Where finance roles are most common and what they pay.
| City | Average range | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| San Jose | $86,571 - $106,121 | 31 |
| Chicago | $91,331 - $108,312 | 29 |
| Los Angeles | $89,538 - $108,228 | 28 |
| Seattle | $86,382 - $104,122 | 26 |
| Berlin | $86,874 - $101,561 | 26 |
| Toronto | $79,590 - $101,120 | 25 |
| Boston | $83,893 - $102,176 | 25 |
| New York | $86,316 - $101,379 | 24 |
Employment Types
Contract104Full-time91Part-time88Freelance67
How to Negotiate a Better Finance Salary
- Research current market rates using live listings like the ones on this page, not outdated salary databases.
- Emphasise remote-friendly roles — they often offer wider ranges based on location.
- Compare offers across companies and cities before committing to a range.
- Ask about benefits beyond base pay: equity, bonuses, and professional development budgets.
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