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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a BSA Analyst I in California is $64,693 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.
However, a BSA Analyst I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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BSA Analyst I Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $68,023 | $5,669 | $1,308 | $33 |
| Average | $64,693 | $5,391 | $1,244 | $31 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,493 | $4,958 | $1,144 | $29 |
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A BSA Analyst I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a BSA Analyst I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| BSA Analyst I | 0-2 years | $64,676 |
| Banking Regulatory Compliance Analyst II | 2-4 years | $79,258 |
| Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Analyst III | 4-7 years | $99,577 |
| Banking Regulatory Compliance Manager | 7+ years | $99,283 |
| Banking Regulatory Senior Manager | 7+ years | $129,139 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract BSA Analyst Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
BSA Analyst I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $68,925. While startup companies pay approximate $58,528.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $58,528 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $61,849 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $66,621 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $68,925 |
For BSA Analyst I roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, BSA Analyst positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view BSA Analyst I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $71,162 | $34.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a BSA Analyst I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $68,023 | $5,669 | $1,308 | $33 |
| Average | $64,693 | $5,391 | $1,244 | $31 |
| 25th Percentile | $59,493 | $4,958 | $1,144 | $29 |
For a BSA Analyst I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Banking Regulatory Compliance Analyst II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $79,300 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.
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