Settlements Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Settlements Analyst make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Settlements Analyst in the United States is $73,559 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Settlements Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,827
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,000 to $79,457
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,938
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Settlements Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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75th Percentile $79,457 $6,621 $1,528 $38
Average $73,559 $6,130 $1,415 $35
25th Percentile $68,000 $5,667 $1,308 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Settlements Analyst Salaries

A Settlements 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.

How Experience Level Affects Settlements Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Settlements 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $65,540
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $74,717
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,975
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,188
  • Expert (over 8 years): $143,691
Levels Salary
Insurance... Level Settlements Analyst$65,540
Settlemen... Level Settlements Analyst$74,717
Insurance... Level Settlements Analyst$97,975
Insurance... Level Settlements Analyst$124,188
Insurance... Level Settlements Analyst$143,691
$65,540 0 yr
$74,717 < 2 yrs
$97,975 2-4 yrs
$124,188 5-8 yrs
$143,691 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Settlements Analysts

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:

  • San Jose: $92,779
  • San Francisco: $91,763
  • Oakland: $89,830

What Skills Can Increase a Settlements Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Risk Management (Mentioned in 29.13% Job Postings): Risk management is the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks (defined in ISO 31000 as the effect of uncertainty on objectives) followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events or to maximize the realization of opportunities. Risks can come from various sources including uncertainty in financial markets, threats from project failures (at any phase in design, development, production, or sustainment life-cycles), legal liabilities, credit risk, accidents, natural causes and disasters, deliberate attack from an adversary, or events of uncertain or unpredictable root-cause. There are two types of events i.e. negative events can be classified as risks while positive events are classified as opportunities. Several risk management standards have been developed including the Project Management Institute, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, actuarial societies, and ISO standards. Methods, definitions and goals vary widely according to whether the risk management method is in the context of project management, security, engineering, industrial processes, financial portfolios, actuarial assessments, or public health and safety.
  • Android (Mentioned in 2.1% Job Postings): Android OS is a Linux-based mobile operating system that primarily runs on smartphones and tablets.
  • Loss Prevention (Mentioned in 1.36% Job Postings): Loss prevention refers to measures taken to prevent the loss of life, health, and property. In the workplace, this involves preventing accidents, reducing risks, and controlling known hazards.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Risk Management 29.13%
Android 2.1%
Loss Prevention 1.36%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Settlements Analyst's salary.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Verbal Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 17%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Program Management
$91,213
24%
Project Management
$89,006
21%
Verbal Communication
$86,063
17%
Products and Services
$86,063
17%
PowerPoint
$85,328
16%
Presentation
$85,328
16%
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Settlements Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Settlements Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Settlements Analyst positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Settlements Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Settlements Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$88,270$42.020%

Settlements Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Settlements 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Settlements Analyst

Salaries for a Settlements Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $79,580 in 2023 to around $77,633 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Settlements Analyst salary trends, .

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FAQ about Settlements Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Settlements Analyst?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Settlements Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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