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Business Unit Lead

Average Business Unit Lead Salary

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$88,603
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$57k
MEDIAN
$89k
90%
$143k

The average salary for a Business Unit Lead is $88,603 in 2025

Base Salary
$57k - $143k
Bonus
$2k - $24k
Profit Sharing
$2k - $22k
Commission
$4k - $36k
Total Pay
$53k - $154k
Based on 3,158 salary profiles (last updated Oct 04 2023)
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4.1 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Business Unit Lead

Medical
83%
Dental
75%
Vision
68%
None
16%

Gender Breakdown for Business Unit Leads

Female
62.9%
Male
36.3%
Prefer to self-define
0.8%
This data is based on 1,120 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Business Unit Leads

What is the highest pay for Business Unit Leads?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Business Unit Lead is $143k / year

What is the lowest pay for Business Unit Leads?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Business Unit Lead is $57k / year

How can Business Unit Leads increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Business Unit Lead is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Business Unit Lead that oversees more junior Business Unit Leads, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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