Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Salary in the United States

How much does an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis in the United States is $68,375 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,132
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,433 to $74,529
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,023
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Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $74,529 $6,211 $1,433 $36
Average $68,375 $5,698 $1,315 $33
25th Percentile $62,433 $5,203 $1,201 $30
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Key Factors That Influence Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Salaries

An Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis'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 Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis'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): $67,923
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $79,984
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,860
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,562
  • Expert (over 8 years): $149,051
Levels Salary
Analyst, ... Level Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis$67,923
Financial... Level Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis$79,984
Financial... Level Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis$95,860
Financial... Level Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis$115,562
Financial... Level Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis$149,051
$67,923 0 yr
$79,984 < 2 yrs
$95,860 2-4 yrs
$115,562 5-8 yrs
$149,051 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

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: $86,241
  • San Francisco: $85,297
  • Oakland: $83,500

What Skills Can Increase an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 16.59% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 1.61% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • CPA (Mentioned in 1.02% Job Postings): A CPA, or Certified Public Accountant, is a trusted financial advisor who helps individuals, businesses, and other organizations plan and reach their financial goals.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 16.59%
Microsoft Office 1.61%
CPA 1.02%
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 an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis's salary.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Financial Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Project Management
$71,110
4%
Financial Management
$71,110
4%
Insight
$70,426
3%
Financial Services
$70,426
3%
Collaboration
$70,426
3%
Economics
$69,743
2%
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Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 63% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$92,306$44.035%
Software & Networking$88,888$43.030%
Pharmaceuticals$82,050$39.020%
Energy & Utilities$80,682$39.018%
Biotechnology$76,580$37.012%

How Education impacts an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis enter the field with a Bachelor'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 an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis with a Bachelor's Degree is between $64,535 and $67,849).

Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 1.9%
Associates 3.1%
Bachelors 65.9%
Masters 28.2%
Doctorate 0.7%
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Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis'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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Salary Trends for Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis

Salaries for an Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $63,952 in 2023 to around $62,915 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis Over Time

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$63,952
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