Financial Analysts

Financial Services • Business & Finance Careers

Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private institutions, including valuation of businesses. Excludes "Budget Analysts" (13-2031), "Financial Risk Specialists" (13-2054), and "Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents" (41-3031).

Typical Salary (Median)
$101,350
(2024 BLS data)
Half earn more, half earn less
Average Salary (Mean)
$116,490
Mathematical average of all salaries
National Employment
340,580
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
BLS Code: 132051

Understanding Salary Statistics: The typical salary (median) shows what a middle-of-the-road Financial Analysts earns, making it useful for salary negotiations. The average salary (mean) can be higher due to top earners and is often used in industry reports.

Salary Distribution

National salary ranges for Financial Analysts (2024)

10th Percentile
$62,410
25th Percentile
$78,300
75th Percentile
$132,050
90th Percentile
$180,550

Top Industries

Industries with the most Financial Analysts positions

1
Cross-industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local Government
340,580
$116,490 avg
2
Cross-industry, Private Ownership Only
321,700
$117,950 avg
3
Sector 52 - Finance and Insurance
150,630
$129,610 avg
4
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
85,550
$145,310 avg
5
Sector 54 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
49,110
$115,090 avg

Work Environment

Office

Career Overview

💼 About This Career

Financial Analysts professionals work in business & finance careers, specifically in financial services. This role typically requires bachelor's degree and offers a median salary of $101,350.

📊 Job Market Outlook

The job growth outlook for Financial Analysts is rated as High. Currently, there are approximately 340,580 people employed in this occupation nationwide.

Related Skills & Keywords

financial analyst investment analyst equity analyst

Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.