Data Analyst Salary.
Across 30 U.S. cities.
$78,000
national median salary
$60,000 to $100,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$111,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$82,000
Pittsburgh, PA
Lowest Paying
$58,000
Charleston, WV
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026.
The average Data Analyst salary in the United States is $78,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $60,000 at the 25th percentile to $100,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $111,000, while Pittsburgh offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments. SQL proficiency depth, visualization tool expertise (Tableau, Looker, or Power BI), and business domain knowledge are the primary drivers.
Data Analyst salary by city
What you should know
SQL proficiency depth, visualization tool expertise (Tableau, Looker, or Power BI), and business domain knowledge are the primary drivers. Analysts who can tell compelling stories with data and influence decision making earn more than those who only pull reports. Python or R skills for advanced analysis add a meaningful salary bump.
Junior data analysts start at $50,000 to $65,000, advancing to data analyst at $70,000 to $90,000 in one to two years. Senior analysts earn $90,000 to $120,000. Analytics managers reach $120,000 to $155,000, and directors of analytics can earn $160,000 to $200,000 at large organizations.
Bonuses of 5 to 12% are typical in corporate settings. Equity is less common but available at tech companies, adding $5,000 to $25,000 annually. Benefits often include data tool licenses, training budgets, and conference attendance. Signing bonuses of $5,000 to $15,000 are offered at competitive firms.