Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Hedge Fund Operations Analyst make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hedge Fund Operations Analyst in the United States is $66,915 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Hedge Fund Operations Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $79,625
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,518 to $73,568
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,873
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Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $73,568 $6,131 $1,415 $35
Average $66,915 $5,576 $1,287 $32
25th Percentile $58,518 $4,876 $1,125 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Salaries

A Hedge Fund Operations 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 Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hedge Fund Operations 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): $67,498
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $84,684
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,075
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $101,034
  • Expert (over 8 years): $115,191
Levels Salary
Hedge Fun... Level Hedge Fund Operations Analyst$67,498
Senior Li... Level Hedge Fund Operations Analyst$84,684
Library S... Level Hedge Fund Operations Analyst$87,075
Library S... Level Hedge Fund Operations Analyst$101,034
Chief Lib... Level Hedge Fund Operations Analyst$115,191
$67,498 0 yr
$84,684 < 2 yrs
$87,075 2-4 yrs
$101,034 5-8 yrs
$115,191 > 8 yrs
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How Do Hedge Fund Operations 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 Hedge Fund Operations Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $74,088.
  • California: $73,807.
  • Massachusetts: $72,823.

Top Paying Cities for Hedge Fund Operations 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: $84,399
  • San Francisco: $83,475
  • Oakland: $81,716

What Skills Can Increase a Hedge Fund Operations Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.31% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Information Sciences (Mentioned in 4.27% Job Postings): Information science is an academic field which is primarily concerned with analysis, collection, classification, manipulation, storage, retrieval, movement, dissemination, and protection of information.
  • Collection Management (Mentioned in 1.35% Job Postings): It involves the development, storage, and preservation of cultural property, as well as objects of contemporary culture (including contemporary art, literature, technology, and documents) in museums, libraries, archives and private collections
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.31%
Information Sciences 4.27%
Collection Management 1.35%
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 Hedge Fund Operations Analyst's salary.
  • Time Management: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Time Management
$71,599
7%
Leadership
$69,591
4%
Project Management
$69,591
4%
Presentation
$68,922
3%
Problem Solving
$68,922
3%
Analysis
$68,922
3%
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Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Hedge Fund Operations Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Hedge Fund Operations Analyst positions in Business Services or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Hedge Fund Operations Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Hedge Fund Operations Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$93,680$45.040%
Biotechnology$86,989$42.030%
Insurance$83,643$40.025%
Aerospace & Defense$80,298$39.020%
Software & Networking$80,298$39.020%

How Education impacts a Hedge Fund Operations Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Hedge Fund Operations 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 Hedge Fund Operations Analyst with a Bachelor's Degree is between $68,285 and $73,903).

Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Hedge Fund Operations Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 3.6%
Associates 2.4%
Bachelors 15.6%
Masters 74.5%
Doctorate 2.8%
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Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hedge Fund Operations 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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Salary Trends for Hedge Fund Operations Analyst

Salaries for a Hedge Fund Operations Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $60,907 in 2023 to around $60,145 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Hedge Fund Operations Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Hedge Fund Operations Analyst Over Time

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