Analysis Engineer Salary in California

How much does an Analysis Engineer make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Analysis Engineer in California is $136,395 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

However, an Analysis Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $156,864
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,381 to $147,109
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,175
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Analysis Engineer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $147,109 $12,259 $2,829 $71
Average $136,395 $11,366 $2,623 $66
25th Percentile $127,381 $10,615 $2,450 $61
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Key Factors That Influence Analysis Engineer Salaries

An Analysis Engineer'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 Analysis Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Analysis Engineer'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): $92,180
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $111,735
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $135,607
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,467
  • Expert (over 8 years): $190,048
Levels Salary
Electroni... Level Analysis Engineer$92,180
Electroni... Level Analysis Engineer$111,735
Analysis ... Level Analysis Engineer$135,607
Electroni... Level Analysis Engineer$161,467
Electroni... Level Analysis Engineer$190,048
$92,180 0 yr
$111,735 < 2 yrs
$135,607 2-4 yrs
$161,467 5-8 yrs
$190,048 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Analysis Engineers

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:

  • Los Angeles: $136,630
  • West Hollywood: $136,531
  • Dodgertown: $136,628

Analysis Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Analysis Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Analysis Engineer positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Analysis Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Analysis Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$170,493$82.025%
Energy & Utilities$163,674$79.020%
Internet$163,674$79.020%
Construction$156,854$75.015%
Pharmaceuticals$156,854$75.015%

Analysis Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Analysis Engineer'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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