What are the main factors that influence a Hedge Fund Associate's salary?

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

How does experience change A Hedge Fund Associate's salary?

A Hedge Fund Associate's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Mathematics (0-0 years)earns $64,478, an Asst. Professor - Mathematics (0-0 years)earns $74,127, an Hedge Fund Associate (0-0 years)earns $91,429, a Professor - Mathematics (0-0 years)earns $118,762,

What are the highest paying states for a Hedge Fund Associate?

Hedge Fund Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hedge Fund Associate roles are District of Columbia $100,844, California $100,462, Massachusetts $99,123. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hedge Fund Associate roles make?

Salaries for Hedge Fund Associate level roles vary by specialization: Hedge Fund Controller: $254,073; Hedge Fund Manager: $140,345; Hedge Fund Consultant: $125,615; Hedge Fund Trader: $76,424; Hedge Fund Analyst: $75,565.

Hedge Fund Associate Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Hedge Fund Associate make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hedge Fund Associate in Rhode Island is $94,432 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, a Hedge Fund Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $121,974
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,122 to $108,848
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $74,735

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Hedge Fund Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,848	$9,071	$2,093	$52
Average	$94,432	$7,869	$1,816	$45
25th Percentile	$84,122	$7,010	$1,618	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Hedge Fund Associate Salaries

A Hedge Fund Associate'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 Do Hedge Fund Associate 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 Hedge Fund Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $100,844.
California: $100,462.
Massachusetts: $99,123.

District of Columbia $100,844 California $100,462 Massachusetts $99,123 Washington $98,759 New Jersey $98,722 Alaska $98,595 Connecticut $97,338 New York $96,828

Hawaii $95,197 Rhode Island $94,432 Maryland $93,913 Minnesota $93,203 Colorado $92,930 Illinois $92,838 Oregon $92,492 Delaware $92,237

New Hampshire $92,077 Virginia $91,718 Pennsylvania $90,671 Nevada $90,142 North Dakota $89,969 Michigan $89,696 Wisconsin $89,596 Vermont $89,396

Texas $88,840 Maine $88,804 Arizona $88,749 Ohio $88,685 Georgia $87,847 Indiana $87,428 Wyoming $87,346 Utah $87,219

Iowa $87,164 Kansas $86,727 Louisiana $86,599 North Carolina $86,554 Missouri $86,536 Florida $86,180 Montana $85,989 Nebraska $85,807

Kentucky $85,707 South Carolina $85,343 Tennessee $85,115 Idaho $85,024 New Mexico $84,359 Oklahoma $84,213 Alabama $83,676 South Dakota $82,774

Arkansas $82,282 West Virginia $82,018 Mississippi $81,226

Top Paying Cities for Hedge Fund Associates

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:

Adamsville: $95,613
Albion: $94,805
Ashaway: $95,432

Adamsville, RI $95,613 Albion, RI $94,805 Ashaway, RI $95,432 Barrington, RI $94,555 Block Island, RI $95,082 Bradford, RI $95,374 Bristol, RI $94,920 Carolina, RI $95,217

Charlestown, RI $95,251 Chepachet, RI $95,062 Clayville, RI $94,797 Coventry, RI $94,801 West Greenwich, RI $95,063 East Greenwich, RI $94,737 Exeter, RI $95,036 Fiskeville, RI $94,554

Forestdale, RI $95,282 Foster, RI $95,012 Glendale, RI $95,289 Greene, RI $95,136 Greenville, RI $94,590 Harmony, RI $94,712 Harrisville, RI $95,248 Hope, RI $94,613

Hope Valley, RI $95,348 Hopkinton, RI $95,473 Jamestown, RI $95,155 Kenyon, RI $95,205 Little Compton, RI $95,598 Manville, RI $94,930 Mapleville, RI $95,080 Newport, RI $95,250

Middletown, RI $95,292 North Kingstown, RI $94,901 North Scituate, RI $94,713 Oakland, RI $95,183 Pascoag, RI $95,311 Pawtucket, RI $94,414 Central Falls, RI $94,456 Cumberland, RI $94,993

Lincoln, RI $94,551 Portsmouth, RI $95,240 Prudence Island, RI $95,044 Rockville, RI $95,459 Saunderstown, RI $95,097 Shannock, RI $95,210 Slatersville, RI $95,283 Slocum, RI $95,095

Tiverton, RI $95,530 Wakefield, RI $95,178 Kingston, RI $95,142 Narragansett, RI $95,205 Peace Dale, RI $95,166 Warren, RI $94,799 Warwick, RI $94,535 Westerly, RI $95,454

West Kingston, RI $95,172 West Warwick, RI $94,651 Wood River Junction, RI $95,308 Woonsocket, RI $95,288 North Smithfield, RI $95,071 Wyoming, RI $95,210 Providence, RI $94,387 Cranston, RI $94,400

North Providence, RI $94,411 East Providence, RI $94,393 Riverside, RI $94,423 Rumford, RI $94,410 Smithfield, RI $94,601 Johnston, RI $94,442

Hedge Fund Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Hedge Fund Associate roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 0% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 7% above the average. Conversely, Hedge Fund Associate positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Hedge Fund Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Hedge Fund Associate

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$100,854	$48.0	7%

Hedge Fund Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hedge Fund Associate'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 July 01, 2026

$84,122

Average $94,432/year

$108,848

$7,010

Average $7,869/month

$9,071

$1,618

Average $1,816/week

$2,093

$40

Average $45/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$108,848	$9,071	$2,093	$52
Average	$94,432	$7,869	$1,816	$45
25th Percentile	$84,122	$7,010	$1,618	$40

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