Business Analytics Analyst Salary in California

How much does a Business Analytics Analyst make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Analytics Analyst in California is $82,056 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $96,844
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,058 to $89,796
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,597
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Business Analytics Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $89,796 $7,483 $1,727 $43
Average $82,056 $6,838 $1,578 $39
25th Percentile $76,058 $6,338 $1,463 $37
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Key Factors That Influence Business Analytics Analyst Salaries

A Business Analytics 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 Business Analytics Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business Analytics 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): $82,472
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $94,695
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $117,011
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,718
  • Expert (over 8 years): $169,320
Levels Salary
Business ... Level Business Analytics Analyst$82,472
Business ... Level Business Analytics Analyst$94,695
Business ... Level Business Analytics Analyst$117,011
Business ... Level Business Analytics Analyst$142,718
Business ... Level Business Analytics Analyst$169,320
$82,472 0 yr
$94,695 < 2 yrs
$117,011 2-4 yrs
$142,718 5-8 yrs
$169,320 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Business Analytics 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:

  • Los Angeles: $82,197
  • West Hollywood: $82,138
  • Dodgertown: $82,196

Business Analytics Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business Analytics Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Business Analytics Analyst positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Analytics Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Analytics Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$110,775$53.035%
Software & Networking$106,673$51.030%
Biotechnology$102,570$49.025%
Pharmaceuticals$102,570$49.025%
Aerospace & Defense$98,467$47.020%

Business Analytics Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business Analytics 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

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