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Hourly Wage for Foreign Exchange Trader I Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Foreign Exchange Trader I?

As of November 01, 2025, the average hourly rate for a Foreign Exchange Trader I in the United States is $39, which translates to an annual salary of about $81,003.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32 to $45 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $25 per hour
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Foreign Exchange Trader I Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $93,925 $7,827 $1,806 $45
Average $81,003 $6,750 $1,558 $39
25th Percentile $66,236 $5,520 $1,274 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Foreign Exchange Trader I Salaries

A Foreign Exchange Trader 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Foreign Exchange Trader I Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Foreign Exchange Trader 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,826
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $80,925
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $83,361
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,985
  • Expert (over 8 years): $85,391
Levels Salary
Entry Level Foreign Exchange Trader I $79,826
Intermediate Level Foreign Exchange Trader I $80,925
Senior Level Foreign Exchange Trader I $83,361
Specialist Level Foreign Exchange Trader I $84,985
Expert Level Foreign Exchange Trader I $85,391
$79,826 0 yr
$80,925 < 2 yrs
$83,361 2-4 yrs
$84,985 5-8 yrs
$85,391 > 8 yrs
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How Education impacts a Foreign Exchange Trader I's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Foreign Exchange Trader Is enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Foreign Exchange Trader I with a Associate's Degree is between $61,470 and $83,688.

Foreign Exchange Trader I Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Foreign Exchange Trader I
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
Associates 2.7%
Bachelors 73.0%
Masters 24.3%
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Foreign Exchange Trader I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Foreign Exchange Trader 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.

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$66,236
Average $81,003/year
$93,925
$5,520
Average $6,750/month
$7,827
$1,274
Average $1,558/week
$1,806
$32
Average $39/hour
$45
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $93,925 $7,827 $1,806 $45
Average $81,003 $6,750 $1,558 $39
25th Percentile $66,236 $5,520 $1,274 $32

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Salary Trends for Foreign Exchange Trader Is

Salaries for a Foreign Exchange Trader I can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $69,050 in 2023 to around $67,188 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Foreign Exchange Trader I salary trends, .

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$69,050
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$67,779
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$67,188
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Foreign Exchange Trader I bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 53.1%
Bonuses 20.9%
Social Security 5.7%
401k/403b 2.3%
Disability 0.7%
Healthcare 3.5%
Pension 4.0%
Time Off 10.0%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $81,003 53.1%
Bonus $31,877 20.9%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $8,635 5.7%
401K/403B $3,499 2.3%
Disability $1,016 0.7%
Healthcare $5,345 3.5%
Pension $6,096 4.0%
Time Off $15,195 10.0%
Total Compensation $152,666 100%
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FAQ about Foreign Exchange Trader I

1. What are the responsibilities of Foreign Exchange Trader I?

Responsible for the timely buying and selling of foreign currencies. Recommends competitive foreign exchange rates based on market performance. Reviews orders to ensure accuracy, proper record keeping, and conformance to regulations. Carries out trades and maintains the corporation's accounts. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.

2. What are the skills of Foreign Exchange Trader I

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Capital Market: Capital markets are financial markets that bring buyers and sellers together to trade stocks, bonds, currencies, and other financial assets. It allows traders to buy and sell stocks and bonds, and enable businesses to raise financial capital to grow.

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Mortgage Lending: A mortgage loan is a secured loan that allows you to avail funds by providing an immovable asset, such as a house or commercial property, as collateral to the lender.

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