What are the main factors that influence an SOC Analyst's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An SOC Analyst's salary?

An SOC Analyst's salary grows with experience: an SOC Analyst (0-2 years)earns $85,188, an Information Security Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $100,204, an Information Security Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $130,574, an Information Security Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $152,598, an Information Security Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $176,786,

What are the highest paying states for an SOC Analyst?

SOC Analyst salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for SOC Analyst roles are District of Columbia $85,809, California $85,483, Massachusetts $84,344. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of SOC Analyst roles make?

Salaries for SOC Analyst level roles vary by specialization: SOC Design Engineer: $190,204; Soc Lead: $147,405; SOC Manager: $144,921; Soc Architect: $143,348; Soc Security Analyst: $116,747.

SOC Analyst Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an SOC Analyst make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an SOC Analyst in District of Columbia is $85,809 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $41.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,933
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,124 to $94,249
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,038

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SOC Analyst Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,249	$7,854	$1,812	$45
Average	$85,809	$7,151	$1,650	$41
25th Percentile	$79,124	$6,594	$1,522	$38

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Key Factors That Influence SOC Analyst Salaries

An SOC 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 SOC Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an SOC 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): $85,188
Early Career (1-2 years): $100,204
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $130,574
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $152,598
Expert (over 8 years): $176,786

Levels	Salary
SOC Analy... Level SOC Analyst	$85,188
Informati... Level SOC Analyst	$100,204
Informati... Level SOC Analyst	$130,574
Informati... Level SOC Analyst	$152,598
Informati... Level SOC Analyst	$176,786

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How Do SOC 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 SOC Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $85,809.
California: $85,483.
Massachusetts: $84,344.

District of Columbia $85,809 California $85,483 Massachusetts $84,344 Washington $84,034 New Jersey $84,003 Alaska $83,894 Connecticut $82,825 New York $82,391

Hawaii $81,004 Rhode Island $80,353 Maryland $79,911 Minnesota $79,306 Colorado $79,074 Illinois $78,996 Oregon $78,702 Delaware $78,485

New Hampshire $78,348 Virginia $78,043 Pennsylvania $77,152 Nevada $76,702 North Dakota $76,555 Michigan $76,322 Wisconsin $76,237 Vermont $76,067

Texas $75,594 Maine $75,563 Arizona $75,516 Ohio $75,462 Georgia $74,749 Indiana $74,393 Wyoming $74,323 Utah $74,214

Iowa $74,168 Kansas $73,796 Louisiana $73,687 North Carolina $73,649 Missouri $73,633 Florida $73,331 Montana $73,168 Nebraska $73,013

Kentucky $72,928 South Carolina $72,618 Tennessee $72,424 Idaho $72,347 New Mexico $71,781 Oklahoma $71,657 Alabama $71,200 South Dakota $70,432

Arkansas $70,014 West Virginia $69,789 Mississippi $69,115

Top Paying Cities for SOC 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:

Parcel Return Service: $85,809
Washington: $85,809
Naval Anacost Annex: $85,809

Parcel Return Service, DC $85,809 Washington, DC $85,809 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $85,809 Washington Navy Yard, DC $85,809

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

Understanding how an SOC 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 April 01, 2026

$79,124

Average $85,809/year

$94,249

$6,594

Average $7,151/month

$7,854

$1,522

Average $1,650/week

$1,812

$38

Average $41/hour

$45

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$94,249	$7,854	$1,812	$45
Average	$85,809	$7,151	$1,650	$41
25th Percentile	$79,124	$6,594	$1,522	$38

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