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Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salary in California

How much does a Data Analysis and Analytics Director make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Analysis and Analytics Director in California is $232,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $112.

However, a Data Analysis and Analytics Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $270,245
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $214,700 to $252,400
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $198,221
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Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $252,400 $21,033 $4,854 $121
Average $232,800 $19,400 $4,477 $112
25th Percentile $214,700 $17,892 $4,129 $103
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Key Factors That Influence Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salaries

A Data Analysis and Analytics Director'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.

How Experience Level Affects Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Analysis and Analytics Director'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:

  • Data Analysis and Analytics Supervisor (10+ years): $125,000
  • Data Analysis and Analytics Manager (10+ years): $153,653
  • Data Analysis and Analytics Senior Manager (10+ years): $186,238
  • Data Analysis and Analytics Director (10+ years): $232,712
  • Head of Data Analysis and Analytics (10+ years): $267,458
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Data Analysis and Analytics Supervisor10+ years$125,000
Data Analysis and Analytics Manager10+ years$153,653
Data Analysis and Analytics Senior Manager10+ years$186,238
Data Analysis and Analytics Director10+ years$232,712
Head of Data Analysis and Analytics10+ years$267,458
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Top Paying Cities for Data Analysis and Analytics Directors

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:

  • Los Angeles: $233,200
  • West Hollywood: $233,000
  • Dodgertown: $233,200

Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Data Analysis and Analytics Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $260,385. While startup companies pay approximate $220,208.

Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$220,208
Growth Stage51~500$232,904
Established501~5000$251,451
Enterprise5000+$260,385

Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Analysis and Analytics Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Data Analysis and Analytics Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Analysis and Analytics Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Analysis and Analytics Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$302,640$146.030%
Software & Networking$279,360$134.020%
Aerospace & Defense$267,720$129.015%
Insurance$256,080$123.010%
Internet$256,080$123.010%

Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Analysis and Analytics Director'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.

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$214,700
Average $232,800/year
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Average $112/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $252,400 $21,033 $4,854 $121
Average $232,800 $19,400 $4,477 $112
25th Percentile $214,700 $17,892 $4,129 $103

Data Analysis and Analytics Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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Head of Data Analysis and Analytics

For a Data Analysis and Analytics Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Head of Data Analysis and Analytics role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $267,500 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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