Application Configuration Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does an Application Configuration Analyst make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Application Configuration Analyst in the United States is $99,312 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,398
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,542 to $108,779
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,467
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Application Configuration Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $108,779 $9,065 $2,092 $52
Average $99,312 $8,276 $1,910 $48
25th Percentile $91,542 $7,628 $1,760 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Application Configuration Analyst Salaries

An Application Configuration 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Application Configuration Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Application Configuration 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): $96,065
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,297
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $97,225
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,616
  • Expert (over 8 years): $101,679
Levels Salary
Entry Level Application Configuration Analyst$96,065
Intermediate Level Application Configuration Analyst$96,297
Senior Level Application Configuration Analyst$97,225
Specialist Level Application Configuration Analyst$98,616
Expert Level Application Configuration Analyst$101,679
$96,065 0 yr
$96,297 < 2 yrs
$97,225 2-4 yrs
$98,616 5-8 yrs
$101,679 > 8 yrs
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How Do Application Configuration Analyst Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Application Configuration Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $109,959.
  • California: $109,542.
  • Massachusetts: $108,082.

Top Paying Cities for Application Configuration 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: $125,263
  • San Francisco: $124,031
  • Oakland: $121,280

What Skills Can Increase an Application Configuration Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 10.79% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Programming (Mentioned in 2.09% Job Postings): Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.
  • Technical Support (Mentioned in 1.56% Job Postings): Offering hands-on assistance and solutions to end-users in addressing and troubleshooting technical issues.
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Analysis 10.79%
Programming 2.09%
Technical Support 1.56%
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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 Application Configuration Analyst's salary.
  • Networking: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Networking
 $106,264
7%
Collaboration
 $105,271
6%
Innovation
 $105,271
6%
Insight
 $105,271
6%
Operating System
 $104,278
5%
Information Security
 $103,285
4%
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How Education impacts an Application Configuration Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Application Configuration Analysts 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 Application Configuration Analyst with a Bachelor's Degree is between $82,572 and $89,718).

Application Configuration Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Application Configuration Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 7.4%
Associates 9.6%
Bachelors 51.3%
Masters 30.2%
Doctorate 1.2%
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Application Configuration Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Application Configuration 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.

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Average $99,312/year
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Average $48/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $108,779 $9,065 $2,092 $52
Average $99,312 $8,276 $1,910 $48
25th Percentile $91,542 $7,628 $1,760 $44

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Salary Trends for Application Configuration Analyst

Salaries for an Application Configuration Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $101,655 in 2023 to around $101,047 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Application Configuration Analyst salary trends, .

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