Financial and Investment Analysts Salary in District of Columbia: $128,000 Average

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Data current as of August 2026 · sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET

Average base salary, District of Columbia

$128,000 / year

≈ $10,650 per month · $61.54 per hour

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BLS May 2025 state data for District of Columbia · median $109,500

25th percentile
$87,000Average
$128,00075th percentile
$139,000

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.

Financial and Investment Analysts salary by state

Alabama$103,000

Alaska$134,000

Arizona$110,500

Arkansas$93,500

California$129,500

Colorado$120,500

Connecticut$133,500

Delaware$120,500

District of Columbia$128,000

Florida$107,500

Georgia$112,500

Hawaii$100,500

Idaho$105,000

Illinois$114,500

Indiana$92,000

Iowa$102,000

Kansas$94,000

Kentucky$93,000

Louisiana$91,500

Maine$97,500

Maryland$120,500

Massachusetts$134,000

Michigan$107,500

Minnesota$112,000

Mississippi$90,500

Missouri$106,500

Montana$115,000

Nebraska$98,000

Nevada$93,000

New Hampshire$99,000

New Jersey$128,500

New Mexico$102,500

New York$152,000

North Carolina$113,500

North Dakota$85,000

Ohio$104,000

Oklahoma$99,000

Oregon$131,000

Pennsylvania$102,000

Rhode Island$120,000

South Carolina$109,000

South Dakota$124,500

Tennessee$101,000

Texas$115,000

Utah$102,000

Vermont$117,000

Virginia$121,500

Washington$122,000

West Virginia$79,500

Wisconsin$106,000

Wyoming$202,500

Total cash compensation

Base salary plus target bonus using the Grahall equation. Bonus is a function of base; higher base means a higher target bonus.

Base salary

$121,000

National baseline

Target bonus

$4,000

3.5% of base

Total target cash

$125,000

Base plus target bonus

Bonus range (25th to 75th percentile): $2,500 to $6,500

Long-term incentive (LTI) varies by industry and executive tier and is not included in this view.

About this role

Financial and Investment Analysts is a professional role within the function in the Business and Financial Operations job family.

Pay for this title reflects both its level and its scope; see our Title Level and Organization Responsibility guides for how WePayFairly defines them.

Total cash compensation

Base salary plus target bonus using the Grahall equation. Bonus is a function of base; higher base means a higher target bonus.

Base salary

$121,000

National baseline

Target bonus

$4,000

3.5% of base

Total target cash

$125,000

Base plus target bonus

Bonus range (25th to 75th percentile): $2,500 to $6,500

Long-term incentive (LTI) varies by industry and executive tier and is not included in this view.

What Financial and Investment Analystss do

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.

Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).

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).

Similar-paying roles in Business and Financial Operations

Management Analyst$118,000

Project Management Specialist$114,500

Financial Risk Specialist$129,000

Financial Examiner$110,000

Credit Analyst$104,500

Labor Relations Specialist$102,000

Budget Analyst$100,000

Accountants and Auditors$98,000

Business Continuity Planner$97,500

Financial Quantitative Analyst$97,000

Careers related to Financial and Investment Analysts

Personal Financial Advisor$162,000

Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents$113,000

Financial Manager$193,500

Financial Risk Specialist$129,000

Financial Quantitative Analyst$97,000

Credit Analyst$104,500

Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.

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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