Analyst - Audit/SOX Salary in the United States

How much does an Analyst - Audit/SOX make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Analyst - Audit/SOX in the United States is $74,341 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,407
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,383 to $83,274
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,869
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Analyst - Audit/SOX Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $83,274 $6,940 $1,601 $40
Average $74,341 $6,195 $1,430 $36
25th Percentile $69,383 $5,782 $1,334 $33
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Key Factors That Influence Analyst - Audit/SOX Salaries

An Analyst - Audit/SOX'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 Analyst - Audit/SOX Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Analyst - Audit/SOX'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): $72,164
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $72,728
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,589
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,962
  • Expert (over 8 years): $75,210
Levels Salary
Entry Level Analyst - Audit/SOX$72,164
Intermediate Level Analyst - Audit/SOX$72,728
Senior Level Analyst - Audit/SOX$74,589
Specialist Level Analyst - Audit/SOX$74,962
Expert Level Analyst - Audit/SOX$75,210
$72,164 0 yr
$72,728 < 2 yrs
$74,589 2-4 yrs
$74,962 5-8 yrs
$75,210 > 8 yrs
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How Do Analyst - Audit/SOX 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 Analyst - Audit/SOXes. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $82,311.
  • California: $81,998.
  • Massachusetts: $80,906.

Top Paying Cities for Analyst - Audit/SOXes

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: $93,767
  • San Francisco: $92,845
  • Oakland: $90,786

What Skills Can Increase an Analyst - Audit/SOX's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.26% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Supply Chain (Mentioned in 2.32% Job Postings): A supply chain encompasses everything from the delivery of source materials from the supplier to the manufacturer through to its eventual delivery to the end user.
  • Change Management (Mentioned in 0.92% Job Postings): Change management (sometimes abbreviated as CM) is a collective term for all approaches to prepare , support and help individuals, teams, and organizations in making organizational change. The most common change drivers include: technological evolution, process reviews, crisis, and consumer habit changes; pressure from new business entrants, acquisitions, mergers, and organizational restructuring. It includes methods that redirect or redefine the use of resources, business process, budget allocations, or other modes of operation that significantly change a company or organization. Organizational change management (OCM) considers the full organization and what needs to change, while change management may be used solely to refer to how people and teams are affected by such organizational transition. It deals with many different disciplines, from behavioral and social sciences to information technology and business solutions.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.26%
Supply Chain 2.32%
Change Management 0.92%
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 Analyst - Audit/SOX's salary.
  • Systems Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Team Development: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Solution Design: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Systems Analysis
$79,545
7%
Team Development
$78,802
6%
Solution Design
$77,315
4%
Project Management
$77,315
4%
Integrity
$77,315
4%
Computer Science
$76,572
3%
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How Education impacts an Analyst - Audit/SOX's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Analyst - Audit/SOXes 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 Analyst - Audit/SOX with a Associate's Degree is between $68,588 and $73,073).

Analyst - Audit/SOX Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Analyst - Audit/SOX
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 9.6%
High School 9.6%
Associates 4.8%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 35.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Analyst - Audit/SOX Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Analyst - Audit/SOX'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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Salary Trends for Analyst - Audit/SOX

Salaries for an Analyst - Audit/SOX can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $66,790 in 2023 to around $66,657 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Analyst - Audit/SOX salary trends, .

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