Compliance Business Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Compliance Business Analyst make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Compliance Business Analyst in the United States is $96,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

However, a Compliance Business Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,896
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,500 to $108,139
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,824
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Compliance Business Analyst Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $108,139 $9,012 $2,080 $52
Average $96,324 $8,027 $1,852 $46
25th Percentile $83,500 $6,958 $1,606 $40
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Key Factors That Influence Compliance Business Analyst Salaries

A Compliance Business 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 Compliance Business Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Compliance Business 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): $64,333
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $76,873
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $95,456
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,698
  • Expert (over 8 years): $160,675
Levels Salary
Complianc... Level Compliance Business Analyst$64,333
Complianc... Level Compliance Business Analyst$76,873
Complianc... Level Compliance Business Analyst$95,456
Complianc... Level Compliance Business Analyst$118,698
Complianc... Level Compliance Business Analyst$160,675
$64,333 0 yr
$76,873 < 2 yrs
$95,456 2-4 yrs
$118,698 5-8 yrs
$160,675 > 8 yrs
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How Do Compliance Business 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 Compliance Business Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $106,650.
  • California: $106,246.
  • Massachusetts: $104,830.

Top Paying Cities for Compliance Business 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: $121,494
  • San Francisco: $120,164
  • Oakland: $117,631

What Skills Can Increase a Compliance Business Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Risk Management (Mentioned in 7.03% Job Postings): Risk management is the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks (defined in ISO 31000 as the effect of uncertainty on objectives) followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events or to maximize the realization of opportunities. Risks can come from various sources including uncertainty in financial markets, threats from project failures (at any phase in design, development, production, or sustainment life-cycles), legal liabilities, credit risk, accidents, natural causes and disasters, deliberate attack from an adversary, or events of uncertain or unpredictable root-cause. There are two types of events i.e. negative events can be classified as risks while positive events are classified as opportunities. Several risk management standards have been developed including the Project Management Institute, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, actuarial societies, and ISO standards. Methods, definitions and goals vary widely according to whether the risk management method is in the context of project management, security, engineering, industrial processes, financial portfolios, actuarial assessments, or public health and safety.
  • Financial Services (Mentioned in 2.02% Job Postings): A services provided by the finance industry, which encompasses a broad range of businesses that manage money. These services involve banking, brokerage, mortgages, credit cards, payment services, real estate, investment funds, taxes and accounting.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.63% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Risk Management 7.03%
Financial Services 2.02%
PowerPoint 1.63%
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 Compliance Business Analyst's salary.
  • Trading: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Operational Risk: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Trading
$104,030
8%
Presentation
$103,067
7%
Operational Risk
$103,067
7%
Analysis
$101,141
5%
Business Process Management
$101,141
5%
Financial Services
$101,141
5%
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Compliance Business Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Compliance Business Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Compliance Business Analyst positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Compliance Business Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Compliance Business Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$115,589$56.020%
Financial Services$115,589$56.020%
Pharmaceuticals$115,589$56.020%
Software & Networking$115,589$56.020%

How Education impacts a Compliance Business Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Compliance Business 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 Compliance Business Analyst with a Bachelor's Degree is between $93,648 and $99,759).

Compliance Business Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Compliance Business Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 11.3%
Associates 7.0%
Bachelors 46.6%
Masters 20.7%
Doctorate 13.4%
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Compliance Business Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Compliance Business 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Compliance Business Analyst

Salaries for a Compliance Business Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $93,397 in 2023 to around $92,363 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Compliance Business Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Compliance Business Analyst Over Time

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$93,397
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$93,314
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  • Sutton Bank

    Columbus, OH

    Sutton Bank | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Summary:Responsible. for monitoring and testing the Payments Division Program risk-taking activities on an ongoing basis ... more

    5 Days Ago

  • M/I Homes

    Columbus, OH

    M/I Homes | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for 50 years. Founded in 1976 by Irving ... more

    3 Days Ago

  • S R INTERNATIONAL INC

    Columbus, OH

    S R INTERNATIONAL INC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. LOOKING FOR ONLY CURRENT OHIO RESIDENTS. In Person Interviews. Hybrid role in Columbus - Needs to be able to come in pers... more

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  • 4 Over llc

    Columbus, OH

    4 Over llc | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Description. At 4over, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming to people of all back... more

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  • Blue Star Partners LLC

    Columbus, OH

    Blue Star Partners LLC | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. Job Title. CCaaS Business Analyst. Location. Columbus, OH. Work Model. Hybrid (Remote Mondays & Fridays. Onsite Tuesdays–... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Huntington

    Columbus, OH

    Huntington | Columbus, OH

    Senior Business AnalystWe are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our Business Management Office (BMO) within the Office of the CIO at H... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Compliance Business Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Compliance Business Analyst?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Compliance Business Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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