Financial analyst salary in United States

The average salary for a Financial Analyst is $86,130 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 9.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 17, 2026.

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Financial Analyst salaries typically range between a low of $55,715 and a high of $133,148 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Financial Analyst include New York, NY at $121,974 per year, Los Angeles, CA at $94,101 per year, and Dallas, TX at $88,688 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Financial Analyst include FootBridge Companies ($208,000 per year) and U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ($206,928 per year).

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

• Entry Level Financial Analyst: Average $67,642 per year
• Financial Analyst Intern: Average $22.58 per hour
• Junior Financial Analyst: Average $64,798 per year
• Senior Financial Analyst: Average $100,597 per year