Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 (occupation group), with detailed role definition from O*NET, 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.
Apply mathematical or statistical techniques to address practical issues in finance, such as derivative valuation, securities trading, risk management, or financial market regulation.
Research or develop analytical tools to address issues such as portfolio construction or optimization, performance measurement, attribution, profit and loss measurement, or pricing models.
Interpret results of financial analysis procedures.
Develop core analytical capabilities or model libraries, using advanced statistical, quantitative, or econometric techniques.
Define or recommend model specifications or data collection methods.
Top skills:MathematicsCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingJudgment and Decision Making
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Financial Quantitative Analyst pay by experience level
Entry level$50,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$63,500
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$84,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$114,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$157,000
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
+3.1%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
10,300
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 Quantitative Analyst salary by industry
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
33,620 workers
$103,000
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
27,370 workers
$108,500
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
25,210 workers
$83,500
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only)
21,040 workers
$82,000
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
14,410 workers
$135,000
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
9,770 workers
$109,000
Management of Companies and Enterprises
9,310 workers
$103,000
Management of Companies and Enterprises
9,310 workers
$103,000
Educational Services
6,800 workers
$73,500
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
4,610 workers
$76,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Financial Quantitative Analyst pays 3% 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
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Financial Quantitative Analyst make?
The average base salary for a Financial Quantitative Analyst in the United States is $97,000 per year, or about $46.63 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $63,500 and $114,500 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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