Business Controls Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Business Controls Analyst make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Controls Analyst in the United States is $84,174 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,223
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,055 to $89,434
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,752
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Business Controls Analyst Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $89,434 $7,453 $1,720 $43
Average $84,174 $7,014 $1,619 $40
25th Percentile $75,055 $6,255 $1,443 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Business Controls Analyst Salaries

A Business Controls 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 Business Controls Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business Controls 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): $73,861
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $84,807
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $104,793
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,815
  • Expert (over 8 years): $151,639
Levels Salary
Business ... Level Business Controls Analyst$73,861
Business ... Level Business Controls Analyst$84,807
Business ... Level Business Controls Analyst$104,793
Business ... Level Business Controls Analyst$127,815
Business ... Level Business Controls Analyst$151,639
$73,861 0 yr
$84,807 < 2 yrs
$104,793 2-4 yrs
$127,815 5-8 yrs
$151,639 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $93,197.
  • California: $92,843.
  • Massachusetts: $91,606.

Top Paying Cities for Business Controls 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: $106,168
  • San Francisco: $105,006
  • Oakland: $102,793

What Skills Can Increase a Business Controls Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 15.89% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • BI (Mentioned in 2.28% Job Postings): Business intelligence (BI) is a technology-driven process for analyzing data and delivering actionable information that helps executives, managers and workers make informed business decisions.
  • Data Visualization (Mentioned in 1.29% Job Postings): Data visualization is viewed by many disciplines as a modern equivalent of visual communication. It involves the creation and study of the visual representation of data. To communicate information clearly and efficiently, data visualization uses statistical graphics, plots, information graphics and other tools. Numerical data may be encoded using dots, lines, or bars, to visually communicate a quantitative message. Effective visualization helps users analyze and reason about data and evidence. It makes complex data more accessible, understandable and usable. Users may have particular analytical tasks, such as making comparisons or understanding causality, and the design principle of the graphic (i.e., showing comparisons or showing causality) follows the task. Tables are generally used where users will look up a specific measurement, while charts of various types are used to show patterns or relationships in the data for one or more variables.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 15.89%
BI 2.28%
Data Visualization 1.29%
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 a Business Controls Analyst's salary.
  • Scrum: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Data Science: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Use Cases: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Scrum
$88,382
5%
Data Science
$87,541
4%
Use Cases
$86,699
3%
Agile
$86,699
3%
User Stories
$86,699
3%
Consulting
$86,699
3%
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Business Controls Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business Controls Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Business Controls Analyst positions in Internet or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Controls Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Controls Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance$105,217$51.025%
Construction$101,008$49.020%
Energy & Utilities$94,274$45.012%
MFG Nondurable$92,591$45.010%
Healthcare$90,907$44.08%

How Education impacts a Business Controls Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Business Controls Analysts enter the field with a Bachelor'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 a Business Controls Analyst with a Bachelor's Degree is between $82,252 and $87,457).

Business Controls Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Business Controls Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 7.1%
Associates 4.5%
Bachelors 50.0%
Masters 36.5%
Doctorate 1.5%
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Business Controls Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business Controls 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 Business Controls Analyst

Salaries for a Business Controls Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $82,325 in 2023 to around $81,686 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Business Controls Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Business Controls Analyst Over Time

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2023
$82,325
2024
$82,369
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  • S R INTERNATIONAL INC

    Columbus, OH

    S R INTERNATIONAL INC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. LOOKING FOR ONLY CURRENT OHIO RESIDENTS. In Person Interviews. Hybrid role in Columbus - Needs to be able to come in pers... more

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  • George J. Igel &amp; Co., Inc.

    Columbus, OH

    George J. Igel &amp; Co., Inc. | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. George J. Igel & Co., Inc. IT Business Analyst Intern. Reports to. IT Director. FLSA Status. Non-Exempt. Hours. 7:00 a.m.... more

    3 Days Ago

  • NAC Inc

    Columbus, OH

    NAC Inc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Description. Position Overview. The Senior Business Analyst plays a leading, cross functional role in helping NAC establi... more

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  • 4 Over llc

    Columbus, OH

    4 Over llc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Description. At 4over, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming to people of all back... more

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  • S R INTERNATIONAL INC

    Columbus, OH

    S R INTERNATIONAL INC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. THIS POSITION IS AVAILABLE ONLY FOR CURRENT OHIO RESIDENTS. Job Title. Business System Analyst 3. Job Title: 809899- Onsi... more

    4 Days Ago

  • Blue Star Partners LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Blue Star Partners LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Title. CCaaS Business Analyst. Location. Columbus, OH. Work Model. Hybrid (Remote Mondays & Fridays. Onsite Tuesdays–... more

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FAQ about Business Controls Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Business Controls Analyst?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Business Controls Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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