Financial and Investment Analysts Salary (2025)
Based on 361,980 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $63,720 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $79,290 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $102,740 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $133,340 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $180,860 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$64K
25th
$79K
Median
$103K
75th
$133K
90th
$181K
Highest Paying States for Financial and Investment Analysts
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Wyoming | $195,710 |
| New York | $146,620 |
| Massachusetts | $129,680 |
| Alaska | $129,350 |
| Connecticut | $129,040 |
| Oregon | $126,730 |
| California | $125,070 |
| New Jersey | $123,940 |
| District of Columbia | $123,890 |
| South Dakota | $120,230 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Financial and Investment Analysts salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Wyoming at an average of $195,710 per year, while South Dakota has an average of $120,230 — a difference of $75,480. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Financial and Investment Analysts
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 361,980 workers were employed as Financial and Investment Analystss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $116,800 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-2051