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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Securities Analyst in New Jersey is $125,860 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.
However, a Financial Securities Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Financial Securities Analyst Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $137,660 | $11,472 | $2,647 | $66 |
| Average | $125,860 | $10,488 | $2,420 | $61 |
| 25th Percentile | $116,450 | $9,704 | $2,239 | $56 |
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A Financial Securities Analyst'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 Financial Securities Analyst'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Financial Securities Analyst | $121,639 |
| Intermediate Level Financial Securities Analyst | $122,341 |
| Senior Level Financial Securities Analyst | $124,869 |
| Specialist Level Financial Securities Analyst | $130,256 |
| Expert Level Financial Securities Analyst | $132,546 |
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 Financial Securities Analysts. 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:
Financial Securities Analyst salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $138,278. While startup companies pay approximate $116,710.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $116,710 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $123,536 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $133,435 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $138,278 |
For Financial Securities Analyst roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Insurance, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Financial Securities Analyst positions in Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Financial Securities Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance | $151,032 | $73.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Financial Securities Analyst'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 | $137,660 | $11,472 | $2,647 | $66 |
| Average | $125,860 | $10,488 | $2,420 | $61 |
| 25th Percentile | $116,450 | $9,704 | $2,239 | $56 |
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