Senior financial analyst salary in United States

The average salary for a Senior Financial Analyst is $100,645 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 5.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on July 27, 2026.

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Senior Financial Analyst salaries typically range between a low of $73,963 and a high of $136,953 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Senior Financial Analyst include San Francisco, CA at $125,254 per year, Seattle, WA at $107,418 per year, and Los Angeles, CA at $107,315 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Senior Financial Analyst include Watermark Risk Management International ($228,800 per year) and Club Pilates ($208,000 per year).

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

• Entry Level Financial Analyst: Average $66,945 per year
• Financial Analyst: Average $85,333 per year
• Financial Analyst Intern: Average $22.45 per hour
• Junior Financial Analyst: Average $64,086 per year