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Financial Analyst salary
Financial analysts evaluate investments and guide business and individual financial decisions.
Median annual
$100,000
Median hourly
$48
Top 10% earn
$170,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$65,000
Median$100,000
Top 10%$170,000
Financial Analyst salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $69,200 | $33 | -31% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $86,500 | $42 | -13% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $111,600 | $54 | +12% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $153,900 | $74 | +54% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified financial analysts, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting; CFA helps.
Job outlook
9% growth through 2033 — faster than average.
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