The average salary for a CFO in the United States is around $99,524 per year.
Avg Salary
CFOs earn an average yearly salary of $99,524.
Wages typically start from $73,819 and go up to $229,713.
111% above national average Updated in 2018
CFO earnings by seniority
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
How do CFO salaries compare to similar careers?
CFOs earn 6% more than similar careers in the United States. On average, they make less than treasurers but more than actuaries.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Treasurer salary | $128K |
| CFO salary | $100K |
| Bank manager salary | $123K |
| Financial manager salary | $117K |
| Fundraising manager salary | $115K |
| Actuary salary | $103K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)