As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Research Analyst in District of Columbia is $93,456, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,797 weekly, or $7,788 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Research Analyst in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior Research Analyst in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $75,596 to $108,048. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($84,107) and 75th percentile ($101,094), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,048 per year. This $16,987 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Accounting, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Senior Research Analyst often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 80 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Senior Research Analyst job salary. 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
Senior Research Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Research Analyst Salary $75,596 DC September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Research Analyst Salary $84,107 DC September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Research Analyst Salary $93,456 DC September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Research Analyst Salary $101,094 DC September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Research Analyst Salary $108,048 DC September 01, 2026
25% $84,107 10% $75,596 90% $108,048 75% $101,094 $93,456 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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A financial analyst, securities analyst, research analyst, equity analyst, investment analyst, or rating analyst is a person who performs financial analysis for external or internal financial clients as a core part of the job....

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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $93,961 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $93,964 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $93,965 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $93,964 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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