Investment analyst salary in United States

The average salary for an Investment Analyst is $128,975 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 2.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 6, 2026.

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Investment Analyst salaries typically range between a low of $86,657 and a high of $191,959 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Investment Analyst include New York, NY at $151,025 per year, Los Angeles, CA at $115,714 per year, and San Francisco, CA at $110,009 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Investment Analyst include MERCOR ($239,720 per year) and Deutsche Bank ($201,167 per year).

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

• Senior Inventory Analyst: Average $91,320 per year
• Junior Investment Analyst: Average $126,965 per year
• Senior Investment Analyst: Average $111,348 per year