As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for senior associate private equity in San Diego, CA is $89,273, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,717 weekly, or $7,439 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for senior associate private equity in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for senior associate private equity in San Diego, CA vary widely, spanning from $70,711 to $99,488. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($79,557) and 75th percentile ($94,620), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,488 per year. This $15,063 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Initiative or Talent Acquisition, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Diego senior associate private equity often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, San Diego currently ranks 135 statewide for senior associate private equity job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Business Services to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
senior associate private equity Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile senior associate private equity Salary $70,711 San Diego, CA August 01, 2025
25th Percentile senior associate private equity Salary $79,557 San Diego, CA August 01, 2025
50th Percentile senior associate private equity Salary $89,273 San Diego, CA August 01, 2025
75th Percentile senior associate private equity Salary $94,620 San Diego, CA August 01, 2025
90th Percentile senior associate private equity Salary $99,488 San Diego, CA August 01, 2025
25% $79,557 10% $70,711 90% $99,488 75% $94,620 $89,273 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is A senior associate private equity ?

A Senior Associate in Private Equity plays a crucial role in the investment process, focusing on sourcing, evaluating, and executing investment opportunities. Responsibilities include conducting thorough financial analysis, performing due diligence, and building financial models to assess potential investments. This position also involves collaborating with portfolio companies to drive operational improvements and support strategic initiatives. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential. Typically, candidates possess a backg...

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