How much does a Principal Analyst make in Durham, NC?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Principal Analyst in Durham, NC is $138,947. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $97,754 to a high of $173,224, with most professionals earning between $117,385 and $156,889.

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Principal Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $97,754 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $117,385 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $138,947 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $156,889 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $173,224 Durham,NC March 01, 2025
25% $117,385 10% $97,754 90% $173,224 75% $156,889 $138,947 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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117385
156889
138947

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118747
160324
140693
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Analyst in Durham, NC. The base salary for Principal Analyst ranges from $117,385 to $156,889 with the average base salary of $138,947. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $118,747 to $160,324 with the average total cash compensation of $140,693.

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About Durham, North Carolina    Durham is a city in and the county seat of Durham County in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated the city's population t....More

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