Compensation And Benefits Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Compensation And Benefits Analyst make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Compensation And Benefits Analyst in the United States is $96,739 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, a Compensation And Benefits Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,333
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $93,027 to $100,714
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $89,646
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Recruit with AI
AI-Powered Talent
Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits
Paid Annually Paid Monthly Paid Semimonthly Paid Biweekly Paid Weekly Paid Hourly
View as table View as graph 25% $93,027 10% $89,646 90% $104,333 75% $100,714 $96,739 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Compensation And Benefits Analyst Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $100,714 $8,393 $1,937 $48
Average $96,739 $8,062 $1,860 $47
25th Percentile $93,027 $7,752 $1,789 $45
Check out Compensation And Benefits Analyst Job Openings in the United States
Benefit Analyst

Kapnick Insurance Group - Maumee, OH

Compensation Analyst

Medpace - Cincinnati, OH

SR COMPENSATION ANALYST

Premier Health - Dayton, OH

Senior Compensation Analyst

Kettering Health - Miamisburg, OH

Search More Compensation And Benefits Analyst Jobs in the United States
Select State
Select City
Choose Similar Job
Choose Category
Cost of Living
Average Salary for United States
See it in Action

Key Factors That Influence Compensation And Benefits Analyst Salaries

A Compensation And Benefits 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 Compensation And Benefits Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Compensation And Benefits 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): $63,904
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $78,060
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,997
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,206
  • Expert (over 8 years): $168,285
Levels Salary
Compensat... Level Compensation And Benefits Analyst$63,904
Compensat... Level Compensation And Benefits Analyst$78,060
Compensat... Level Compensation And Benefits Analyst$96,997
Compensat... Level Compensation And Benefits Analyst$120,206
Compensat... Level Compensation And Benefits Analyst$168,285
$63,904 0 yr
$78,060 < 2 yrs
$96,997 2-4 yrs
$120,206 5-8 yrs
$168,285 > 8 yrs
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Compensation And Benefits 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: $122,017
  • San Francisco: $120,681
  • Oakland: $118,138

Compensation And Benefits Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Compensation And Benefits Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Media and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Compensation And Benefits Analyst positions in MFG Durable or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Compensation And Benefits Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Compensation And Benefits Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Media$145,109$70.050%
Insurance$135,435$65.040%
Business Services$125,761$60.030%
Aerospace & Defense$120,924$58.025%
Pharmaceuticals$116,087$56.020%

Compensation And Benefits Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Compensation And Benefits 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on July 01, 2026
$93,027
Average $96,739/year
$100,714
$7,752
Average $8,062/month
$8,393
$1,789
Average $1,860/week
$1,937
$45
Average $47/hour
$48
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $100,714 $8,393 $1,937 $48
Average $96,739 $8,062 $1,860 $47
25th Percentile $93,027 $7,752 $1,789 $45

Salaries of jobs related to Compensation And Benefits Analyst

Salary Trends for Compensation And Benefits Analyst

Salaries for a Compensation And Benefits Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $97,253 in 2023 to around $89,575 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Compensation And Benefits Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Compensation And Benefits Analyst Over Time

2022
$???
2023
$97,253
2024
$91,241
2025
$89,575
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year Average Annual Salary
2022
View More
2023 $97,253
2024 $91,241
2025 $89,575
2026
View More
2027
View More

Most common benefits for Compensation And Benefits Analyst

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Compensation And Benefits Analyst

Here are companies hiring for Compensation And Benefits Analyst and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Compensation And Benefits Analyst Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Compensation And Benefits Analyst job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst