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Private equity associate salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Private Equity Associate make in the United States?

Average base salary

$162,601
Average $162,601
Low $83,249
High $317,593

The average salary for a private equity associate is $162,601 per year in the United States. 1.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 15, 2026).

Private Equity Associate job openings in United States

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Strategy& Private Equity Value...
PwC3.9out of 5 stars.
Seattle, WA
$124,000 - $280,000 a year
2 days ago

Highest paying companies for Private Equity Associate in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Jones Day
 
$422,500per year
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Fitch Ratings
 
$375,000per year
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Paul Hastings LLP
 
$373,000per year
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White & Case
 
$363,750per year
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Clifford Chance
 
$350,000per year
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Mission Recruiting
 
$342,045per year
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Highest paying cities for Private Equity Associates near United States

  1. Los Angeles, CA
    $258,451 per year
  2. Washington, DC
    $211,741 per year
  3. San Francisco, CA
    $203,868 per year
  4. Boston, MA
    $197,121 per year
  5. Chicago, IL
    $187,709 per year

Where can a Private Equity Associate earn more?

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