Model Validation Analyst II Salary in the United States

How much does a Model Validation Analyst II make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Model Validation Analyst II in the United States is $80,208 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,243
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,201 to $87,554
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,822
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Model Validation Analyst II Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $87,554 $7,296 $1,684 $42
Average $80,208 $6,684 $1,542 $39
25th Percentile $73,201 $6,100 $1,408 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Model Validation Analyst II Salaries

A Model Validation Analyst II'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 Model Validation Analyst II Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Model Validation Analyst II'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): $79,137
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $79,884
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $81,504
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,828
  • Expert (over 8 years): $82,044
Levels Salary
Entry Level Model Validation Analyst II$79,137
Intermediate Level Model Validation Analyst II$79,884
Senior Level Model Validation Analyst II$81,504
Specialist Level Model Validation Analyst II$81,828
Expert Level Model Validation Analyst II$82,044
$79,137 0 yr
$79,884 < 2 yrs
$81,504 2-4 yrs
$81,828 5-8 yrs
$82,044 > 8 yrs
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How Do Model Validation Analyst II 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 Model Validation Analyst IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $88,806.
  • California: $88,469.
  • Massachusetts: $87,290.

Top Paying Cities for Model Validation Analyst IIs

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: $101,166
  • San Francisco: $100,171
  • Oakland: $97,950

What Skills Can Increase a Model Validation Analyst II's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 5.18% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Civil Engineering (Mentioned in 2.37% Job Postings): Civil engineering is a professional engineering discipline that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment, including public works such as roads, bridges, canals, dams, airports, sewerage systems, pipelines, structural components of buildings, and railways. Civil engineering is traditionally broken into a number of sub-disciplines. It is considered the second-oldest engineering discipline after military engineering, and it is defined to distinguish non-military engineering from military engineering. Civil engineering takes place in the public sector from municipal through to national governments, and in the private sector from individual homeowners through to international companies.
  • Technical Skills (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Technical skills are the specialized knowledge and expertise required to perform specific tasks and use specific tools and programs in real world situations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 5.18%
Civil Engineering 2.37%
Technical Skills 1.78%
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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 a Model Validation Analyst II's salary.
  • Android: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Land Development: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Computer Science: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
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Computer Science
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Python
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AWS
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How Education impacts a Model Validation Analyst II's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Model Validation Analyst IIs 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 Model Validation Analyst II with a Associate's Degree is between $61,148 and $68,689).

Model Validation Analyst II Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Model Validation Analyst II
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.4%
High School 3.4%
Associates 3.4%
Bachelors 60.5%
Masters 32.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Model Validation Analyst II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Model Validation Analyst II'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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$73,201
Average $80,208/year
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Average $1,542/week
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Average $39/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $87,554 $7,296 $1,684 $42
Average $80,208 $6,684 $1,542 $39
25th Percentile $73,201 $6,100 $1,408 $35

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Salary Trends for Model Validation Analyst II

Salaries for a Model Validation Analyst II can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $79,780 in 2023 to around $78,152 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Model Validation Analyst II salary trends, .

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