Academic Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does an Academic Analyst make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Analyst in the United States is $48,957 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,258
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,455 to $52,779
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,446
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Academic Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Weekly
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75th Percentile $52,779 $4,398 $1,015 $25
Average $48,957 $4,080 $941 $24
25th Percentile $43,455 $3,621 $836 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Academic Analyst Salaries

An Academic 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 Academic Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic 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): $48,161
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $55,149
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,185
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $71,216
  • Expert (over 8 years): $100,090
Levels Salary
Academic ... Level Academic Analyst$48,161
Merchant ... Level Academic Analyst$55,149
Merchant ... Level Academic Analyst$64,185
Fraud Det... Level Academic Analyst$71,216
Merchant ... Level Academic Analyst$100,090
$48,161 0 yr
$55,149 < 2 yrs
$64,185 2-4 yrs
$71,216 5-8 yrs
$100,090 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $54,205.
  • California: $53,999.
  • Massachusetts: $53,280.

Top Paying Cities for Academic 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: $61,749
  • San Francisco: $61,073
  • Oakland: $59,786

What Skills Can Increase an Academic Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 16.52% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Credit Card (Mentioned in 3.04% Job Postings): A credit card is a type of credit facility, provided by banks that allow customers to borrow funds within a pre-approved credit limit.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 0.43% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 16.52%
Credit Card 3.04%
Accounting 0.43%
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 Academic Analyst's salary.
  • Dispute Management: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
  • Payment Systems: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Microsoft Word: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Dispute Management
$58,748
20%
Payment Systems
$58,259
19%
Microsoft Word
$56,790
16%
Case Management
$53,853
10%
Coaching
$53,363
9%
Analysis
$51,894
6%
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Academic Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Analyst roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Financial Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Academic Analyst positions in Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Academic Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Academic Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$58,748$28.020%

How Education impacts an Academic Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Academic Analysts 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 an Academic Analyst with a Associate's Degree is between $39,907 and $42,016).

Academic Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Academic Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.5%
High School 31.8%
Associates 9.1%
Bachelors 54.5%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Academic Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Academic Analyst

Salaries for an Academic Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $56,459 in 2023 to around $55,944 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Academic Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Academic Analyst Over Time

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$56,459
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$56,228
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FAQ about Academic Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Academic Analyst?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Academic Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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