As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Intelligence Officer in the US is $133,556, equivalent to $64 per hour, $2,568 weekly, or $11,130 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Intelligence Officer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Intelligence Officer in the US vary widely, spanning from $115,667 to $153,594. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($124,192) and 75th percentile ($144,045), while top earners (90th percentile) make $153,594 per year. This $19,853 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Intelligence Officer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 17 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Intelligence Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Intelligence Officer Salary $115,667 US March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Intelligence Officer Salary $124,192 US March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Intelligence Officer Salary $133,556 US March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Intelligence Officer Salary $144,045 US March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Intelligence Officer Salary $153,594 US March 01, 2026
25% $124,192 10% $115,667 90% $153,594 75% $144,045 $133,556 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Intelligence Officer ?

An Intelligence Officer is a person employed by an organization to collect, compile and/or analyze information (known as intelligence) which is of use to that organization. The term of 'Officer' is a working title, and is not to be confused with rank as in the police services, where Sergeants are also 'Police Officers,' or with Non-Commissioned Military ranks that can be Intelligence Officers as well. Organizations which employ intelligence officers include armed forces, police, civilian intelligence agencies, customs agencies and private corporations....

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