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Research analyst salary in United States

How much does a Research Analyst make in the United States?

Average base salary

$92,744
Average $92,744
Low $50,513
High $170,283

The average salary for a research analyst is $92,744 per year in the United States. 1.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated October 19, 2026).

Research Analyst job openings in United States

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Qualitative Research Analyst I
EurekaFacts LLC2.5out of 5 stars.
Rockville, MD
8 months ago

Highest paying companies for Research Analyst in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Morgan Stanley
 
$262,500per year
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Deutsche Bank
 
$247,500per year
BlackRock
 
$240,000per year
St. Louis County, MO
 
$237,120per year
The Aerospace Corporation
 
$232,752per year
Alutiiq
 
$232,500per year

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Highest paying cities for Research Analysts near United States

  1. Alexandria, VA
    $160,637 per year
  2. Los Angeles, CA
    $131,246 per year
  3. New York, NY
    $116,358 per year
  4. Chicago, IL
    $98,043 per year
  5. Washington, DC
    $90,606 per year

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The average salary for a Research Analyst is $92,744 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 1.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on October 19, 2026.

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Research Analyst salaries typically range between a low of $50,513 and a high of $170,283 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Research Analyst include Alexandria, VA at $160,637 per year, Los Angeles, CA at $131,246 per year, and New York, NY at $116,358 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Research Analyst include Morgan Stanley ($262,500 per year) and Deutsche Bank ($247,500 per year).

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

  • Junior Research Analyst: Average $62,603 per year
  • Senior Research Analyst: Average $102,608 per year

How much do similar professions as Research Analyst get paid in United States?

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