Competitive Intelligence Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Competitive Intelligence Analyst make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Competitive Intelligence Analyst in the United States is $115,856 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,583
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,604 to $127,752
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,270
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Competitive Intelligence Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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Wage
75th Percentile $127,752 $10,646 $2,457 $61
Average $115,856 $9,655 $2,228 $56
25th Percentile $105,604 $8,800 $2,031 $51
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Key Factors That Influence Competitive Intelligence Analyst Salaries

A Competitive Intelligence 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 Competitive Intelligence Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Competitive Intelligence 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): $68,612
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $87,425
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,981
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,186
  • Expert (over 8 years): $170,643
Levels Salary
Business ... Level Competitive Intelligence Analyst$68,612
Business ... Level Competitive Intelligence Analyst$87,425
Competiti... Level Competitive Intelligence Analyst$114,981
Business ... Level Competitive Intelligence Analyst$127,186
Business ... Level Competitive Intelligence Analyst$170,643
$68,612 0 yr
$87,425 < 2 yrs
$114,981 2-4 yrs
$127,186 5-8 yrs
$170,643 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Competitive Intelligence 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: $146,129
  • San Francisco: $144,529
  • Oakland: $141,483

What Skills Can Increase a Competitive Intelligence Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.6% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 2.48% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
  • Data Visualization (Mentioned in 1.53% Job Postings): Data visualization is viewed by many disciplines as a modern equivalent of visual communication. It involves the creation and study of the visual representation of data. To communicate information clearly and efficiently, data visualization uses statistical graphics, plots, information graphics and other tools. Numerical data may be encoded using dots, lines, or bars, to visually communicate a quantitative message. Effective visualization helps users analyze and reason about data and evidence. It makes complex data more accessible, understandable and usable. Users may have particular analytical tasks, such as making comparisons or understanding causality, and the design principle of the graphic (i.e., showing comparisons or showing causality) follows the task. Tables are generally used where users will look up a specific measurement, while charts of various types are used to show patterns or relationships in the data for one or more variables.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.6%
Computer Science 2.48%
Data Visualization 1.53%
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 Competitive Intelligence Analyst's salary.
  • AWS: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Azure: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Data Warehousing: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
AWS
$119,332
3%
Azure
$118,173
2%
Data Warehousing
$118,173
2%
Oracle
$117,015
1%
Consulting
$117,015
1%
Innovation
$117,015
1%
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Competitive Intelligence Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Competitive Intelligence Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 200% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 100% above the average. In contrast, Competitive Intelligence Analyst positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Competitive Intelligence Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Competitive Intelligence Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$231,712$111.0100%
Software & Networking$231,712$111.0100%

Competitive Intelligence Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Competitive Intelligence 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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Competitive Intelligence Analyst

Salaries for a Competitive Intelligence Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $101,130 in 2023 to around $100,141 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Competitive Intelligence Analyst salary trends, .

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