Data analyst salary in United States

The average salary for a Data Analyst is $86,552 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 6.3k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 7, 2026.

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Data Analyst salaries typically range between a low of $53,737 and a high of $139,407 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Data Analyst include Hampton, VA at $118,714 per year, Reston, VA at $103,444 per year, and Austin, TX at $91,241 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Data Analyst include Selby Jennings ($293,334 per year) and D. E. Shaw & Co. - Investment Firm ($275,000 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Data Analyst salary compares to related positions:

• Senior Data Analyst: Average $106,769 per year
• Entry Level Data Analyst: Average $21.21 per hour
• Junior Data Analyst: Average $64,454 per year