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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Clinical Applications Analyst in California is $104,857 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.
However, a Clinical Applications Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Clinical Applications Analyst Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $115,258 | $9,605 | $2,216 | $55 |
| Average | $104,857 | $8,738 | $2,016 | $50 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,982 | $7,582 | $1,750 | $44 |
Clinica Sierra Vista - Fresno, CA
Eliassen Group - Anaheim, CA
DELTASOFT SOLUTIONS LLC - San Francisco, CA
Columbus Technologies and Services Inc - Thousand Oaks, CA
A Clinical Applications 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Clinical Applications 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Clinical Applications Analyst | $103,508 |
| Intermediate Level Clinical Applications Analyst | $104,471 |
| Senior Level Clinical Applications Analyst | $106,634 |
| Specialist Level Clinical Applications Analyst | $109,888 |
| Expert Level Clinical Applications Analyst | $110,702 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Clinical Applications Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Clinical Applications Analyst roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 50% above the average. Conversely, Clinical Applications Analyst positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Clinical Applications Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Services | $157,285 | $76.0 | 50% |
Understanding how a Clinical Applications 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $115,258 | $9,605 | $2,216 | $55 |
| Average | $104,857 | $8,738 | $2,016 | $50 |
| 25th Percentile | $90,982 | $7,582 | $1,750 | $44 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Clinical Applications Analyst job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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