Quantitative analyst salary in United States

The average salary for a Quantitative Analyst is $147,977 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 742 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 14, 2026.

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Quantitative Analyst salaries typically range between a low of $81,552 and a high of $268,503 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Quantitative Analyst include Newport Beach, CA at $203,480 per year, New York, NY at $170,100 per year, and San Francisco, CA at $169,323 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Quantitative Analyst include Access Staffing LLC ($450,000 per year) and Selby Jennings ($291,373 per year).

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

• Junior Quantitative Analyst: Average $88,629 per year
• Senior Quantitative Analyst: Average $138,042 per year