As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Information Systems Analyst in the US is $73,585, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,415 weekly, or $6,132 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Information Systems Analyst in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Information Systems Analyst in the US vary widely, spanning from $65,003 to $86,891. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,093) and 75th percentile ($80,549), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,891 per year. This $11,456 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Installation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Information Systems Analyst often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 48 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Information Systems Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Information Systems Analyst Salary $65,003 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Information Systems Analyst Salary $69,093 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Information Systems Analyst Salary $73,585 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Information Systems Analyst Salary $80,549 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Information Systems Analyst Salary $86,891 US January 01, 2026
25% $69,093 10% $65,003 90% $86,891 75% $80,549 $73,585 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Information Systems Analyst ?

A systems analyst is an information technology (IT) professional who specializes in analyzing, designing and implementing information systems. Systems analysts assess the suitability of information systems in terms of their intended outcomes and liaise with end users, software vendors and programmers in order to achieve these outcomes. A systems analyst is a person who uses analysis and design techniques to solve business problems using information technology. Systems analysts may serve as change agents who identify the organizational improvements needed, design systems to implement those chan...

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    Information Systems Analyst

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    IT Systems Analyst II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Information Systems Analyst in the United States. The base salary for Information Systems Analyst ranges from $69,093 to $80,549 with the average base salary of $73,585. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $67,670 to $83,936 with the average total cash compensation of $75,638.

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