Lead Credit Analyst Salary in Little Rock, AR

How much does a Lead Credit Analyst make in Little Rock, AR?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lead Credit Analyst in Little Rock, AR is $79,688. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $63,175 to a high of $97,749, with most professionals earning between $71,045 and $89,142.

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What is a Lead Credit Analyst?

As a Lead Credit Analyst, your primary responsibility will be to oversee and manage a team of credit analysts in evaluating and assessing the creditworthiness of potential borrowers. You will be responsible for developing and implementing credit policies and procedures, conducting thorough financial analysis, and making recommendations for credit decisions. Additionally, you will be expected to provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts, as well as collaborate with other departments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate and present findings are essential for success in this role.

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What does a Lead Credit Analyst do?

Common responsibilities of a Lead Credit Analyst

Identify and escalate potential credit issues or concerns to management, and recommend strategies for mitigating risk.

September 02, 2023

Collaborate with loan officers and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and documentation for credit evaluations.

September 13, 2023

Monitor and assess the ongoing credit risk of existing borrowers, including conducting periodic reviews and updating credit ratings as needed.

September 13, 2023

Develop and implement credit policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

September 17, 2023

Prepare detailed credit reports and presentations for senior management and credit committees to support lending decisions.

September 26, 2023

Foster relationships with external auditors, regulators, and credit rating agencies to ensure transparency and compliance in credit assessment processes.

October 09, 2023

Lead a team of credit analysts in conducting thorough credit risk assessments and making recommendations for loan approvals or denials.

October 12, 2023

Analyze and evaluate the creditworthiness of potential borrowers by reviewing financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant information.

November 04, 2023

Provide guidance and training to junior credit analysts on best practices for credit analysis and underwriting.

November 09, 2023

Stay informed about industry trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact credit risk and lending practices.

November 16, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Lead Credit Analyst in Little Rock, AR

Average Base Salary

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89142

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

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84212

What is the average salary for Lead Credit Analyst in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Credit Analyst in Little Rock, AR. The base salary for Lead Credit Analyst ranges from $71,045 to $89,142 with the average base salary of $79,688. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,859 to $96,219 with the average total cash compensation of $84,212.

View Average Salary for Lead Credit Analyst as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$79,688	$71,045 - $89,142
Bonus	$4,524	$2,814 - $7,077
Total Pay	$84,212	$73,859 - $96,219

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Lead Credit Analyst Salary Near Little Rock, AR

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Little Rock, AR
CITY, STATE Jacksonville, AR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,951 - $89,024	COMPARE TO Little Rock, AR
CITY, STATE Conway, AR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,338 - $88,255	COMPARE TO Little Rock, AR
CITY, STATE Pine Bluff, AR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,322 - $88,235	COMPARE TO Little Rock, AR
CITY, STATE Fort Smith, AR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,633 - $86,116	COMPARE TO Little Rock, AR
CITY, STATE Jonesboro, AR	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $73,048 - $91,656	COMPARE TO Little Rock, AR
CITY, STATE Greenville, MS	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $69,851 - $87,644	COMPARE TO Little Rock, AR

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About Little Rock, Arkansas

Little Rock is located at 34°44′10″N 92°19′52″W / 34.73611°N 92.33111°W / 34.73611; -92.33111 (34.736009, −92.331122). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 116.8 square miles (303 km2), of which 116.2 square miles (301 km2) is land and 0.6 square miles (1.6 km2) (0.52%) is water. Little Rock is located on the south bank of the Arkansas River in Central Arkansas. Fourche Creek and Rock Creek run through the city, and flow into the river. The western part of the city is located in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. Northwest of the city limits are P...

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About Little Rock, Arkansas Little Rock is located at 34°44′10″N 92°19′52″W / 34.73611°N 92.33111°W / 34.73611; -92.33111 (34.736009, −92.331122). According to the United Stat....More

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