AML Investigation Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does an AML Investigation Analyst make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an AML Investigation Analyst in the United States is $71,375 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,822
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,888 to $75,273
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,714
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AML Investigation Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $75,273 $6,273 $1,448 $36
Average $71,375 $5,948 $1,373 $34
25th Percentile $67,888 $5,657 $1,306 $33
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Key Factors That Influence AML Investigation Analyst Salaries

An AML Investigation 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 AML Investigation Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an AML Investigation 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): $57,594
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,563
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $88,650
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,348
  • Expert (over 8 years): $115,026
Levels Salary
Bank Secr... Level AML Investigation Analyst$57,594
AML Inves... Level AML Investigation Analyst$70,563
Bank Secr... Level AML Investigation Analyst$88,650
Bank Secr... Level AML Investigation Analyst$88,348
Bank Secr... Level AML Investigation Analyst$115,026
$57,594 0 yr
$70,563 < 2 yrs
$88,650 2-4 yrs
$88,348 5-8 yrs
$115,026 > 8 yrs
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How Do AML Investigation 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 AML Investigation Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $79,026.
  • California: $78,726.
  • Massachusetts: $77,677.

Top Paying Cities for AML Investigation 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: $90,025
  • San Francisco: $89,039
  • Oakland: $87,163

What Skills Can Increase an AML Investigation Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.29% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Trading (Mentioned in 2.37% Job Postings): Trading is the act or process of buying, selling, or exchanging commodities, at either wholesale or retail, within a country or between countries.
  • Internal Control (Mentioned in 1.98% Job Postings): Internal control, as defined by accounting and auditing, is a process for assuring of an organization's objectives in operational effectiveness and efficiency, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with laws, regulations and policies.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.29%
Trading 2.37%
Internal Control 1.98%
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 AML Investigation Analyst's salary.
  • Billing: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Internal Control: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Billing
$75,657
6%
Process Improvement
$75,657
6%
Internal Control
$74,943
5%
Internal Audit
$74,230
4%
Consulting
$74,230
4%
ISO
$74,230
4%
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AML Investigation Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an AML Investigation 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 May 01, 2026

Salary Trends for AML Investigation Analyst

Salaries for an AML Investigation Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $70,796 in 2023 to around $68,525 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of AML Investigation Analyst salary trends, .

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