General Ledger Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a General Ledger Analyst make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Ledger Analyst in the United States is $71,932 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,557
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $65,397 to $81,158
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,447
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General Ledger Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $81,158 $6,763 $1,561 $39
Average $71,932 $5,994 $1,383 $35
25th Percentile $65,397 $5,450 $1,258 $31
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Key Factors That Influence General Ledger Analyst Salaries

A General Ledger 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 General Ledger Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General Ledger 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): $72,386
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,170
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,637
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,285
  • Expert (over 8 years): $149,083
Levels Salary
General L... Level General Ledger Analyst$72,386
Web Softw... Level General Ledger Analyst$101,170
Web Softw... Level General Ledger Analyst$116,637
Web Softw... Level General Ledger Analyst$137,285
Web Softw... Level General Ledger Analyst$149,083
$72,386 0 yr
$101,170 < 2 yrs
$116,637 2-4 yrs
$137,285 5-8 yrs
$149,083 > 8 yrs
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How Do General Ledger 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 General Ledger Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $79,644.
  • California: $79,341.
  • Massachusetts: $78,284.

Top Paying Cities for General Ledger 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: $90,728
  • San Francisco: $89,836
  • Oakland: $87,844

What Skills Can Increase a General Ledger Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 3.21% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • SQL (Mentioned in 4.27% Job Postings): Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used in programming and designed for managing data held in a relational database management system (RDBMS), or for stream processing in a relational data stream management system (RDSMS).
  • Software Engineering (Mentioned in 2.25% Job Postings): Software engineering is the application of engineering to the development of software in a systematic method. Notable definitions of software engineering include: "the systematic application of scientific and technological knowledge, methods, and experience to the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of software"—The Bureau of Labor Statistics—IEEE Systems and software engineering - Vocabulary "The application of a systematic, disciplined, quantifiable approach to the development, operation, and maintenance of software"—IEEE Standard Glossary of Software Engineering Terminology "an engineering discipline that is concerned with all aspects of software production"—Ian Sommerville "the establishment and use of sound engineering principles in order to economically obtain software that is reliable and works efficiently on real machines"—Fritz Bauer
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 3.21%
SQL 4.27%
Software Engineering 2.25%
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 General Ledger Analyst's salary.
  • Solution Design: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Solution Design
 $81,284
13%
Accountability
 $76,968
7%
Insight
 $76,968
7%
Leadership
 $76,248
6%
Consulting
 $75,529
5%
Presentation
 $75,529
5%
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General Ledger Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Ledger 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.

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$65,397
Average $71,932/year
$81,158
$5,450
Average $5,994/month
$6,763
$1,258
Average $1,383/week
$1,561
$31
Average $35/hour
$39
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $81,158 $6,763 $1,561 $39
Average $71,932 $5,994 $1,383 $35
25th Percentile $65,397 $5,450 $1,258 $31

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Salary Trends for General Ledger Analyst

Salaries for a General Ledger Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $77,279 in 2023 to around $77,298 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of General Ledger Analyst salary trends, .

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