Industry Benchmark Matrix · 2026
Official BLS OEWS Survey Data
Analyst & Research Roles Salary Directory
Data updated · Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025 · Methodology
Data scientists, quantitative analysts, business intelligence engineers, and actuarial researchers.
Industry Median Wage
$114,917
Annual Statutory Base
Top-Paying Role
Computer and Information Systems Managers
$175,140 / year
Typical Work Year
2,080 hrs
40 hrs / week standard
Specialties Benchmarked
6 Occupations
BLS Standard SOC Codes
Industry Sectors
Comparative Wage Percentiles & Hourly Breakdown
Official BLS OEWS distribution across entry (10th), junior (25th), median (50th), and senior/master (90th) tiers.
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| Occupation & Code | Entry (10th %) | National Median (50th %) | Top Tier (90th %) | Median Hourly | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Computer and Information Systems Managers
SOC 11-3021 · Finance & Management
|
$107,550 | $175,140 | $297,510 | $84.20/hr | Profile |
|
Cybersecurity Analyst
SOC 15-1212 · Technology
|
$75,090 | $129,180 | $199,850 | $62.11/hr | Profile |
|
Financial Analyst
SOC 13-2051 · Finance
|
$63,720 | $102,740 | $180,860 | $49.39/hr | Profile |
|
Management Analyst
SOC 13-1111 · Business Operations
|
$60,640 | $101,860 | $171,640 | $48.97/hr | Profile |
|
Budget Analyst
SOC 13-2031 · Business Operations
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$62,250 | $91,640 | $136,660 | $44.06/hr | Profile |
|
Operations Research Analyst
SOC 15-2031 · Data Analytics
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$57,060 | $88,940 | $159,910 | $42.76/hr | Profile |
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Industry Labor Economics & Frequently Asked Questions
Analyst & Research Roles Salary Directory Overview
2026 BLS OEWS wage benchmarks for Analyst & Research Roles careers: national median pay, 10th to 90th percentile distributions & the top paying metropolitan. Official 2026 economic data for Analyst & Research Roles compiled from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS surveys, HUD Fair Market Rents, and statutory tax codes.