Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Advise clients on aspects of capitalization, such as amounts, sources, or timing.
Analyze financial or operational performance of companies facing financial difficulties to identify or recommend remedies.
Assess companies as investments for clients by examining company facilities.
Collaborate on projects with other professionals, such as lawyers, accountants, or public relations experts.
Collaborate with investment bankers to attract new corporate clients.
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Financial and Investment Analysts pay by experience level
Entry level$66,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$82,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$106,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$138,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$187,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+5.7%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
25,100
projected openings per year
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Financial and Investment Analysts salary by industry
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
89,390 workers
$146,500
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
54,250 workers
$117,500
Management of Companies and Enterprises
44,850 workers
$113,000
Management of Companies and Enterprises
44,850 workers
$113,000
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
42,810 workers
$114,000
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only)
34,660 workers
$114,500
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
23,080 workers
$110,000
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
19,880 workers
$107,500
Insurance Carriers
13,170 workers
$110,000
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
12,420 workers
$97,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Financial and Investment Analysts pays 28% above the average across 47 roles in the Business and Financial Operations job family (family average $94,500).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Financial and Investment Analysts make?
The average base salary for a Financial and Investment Analysts in the United States is $121,000 per year, or about $58.17 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $82,000 and $138,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Business and Financial Operations roles?
The Business and Financial Operations job family averages $94,500 across 47 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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