How much does a Principal Analyst make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Principal Analyst in the United States is $133,343. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $108,442 to a high of $152,751, with most professionals earning between $120,309 and $143,502.

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Principal Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $108,442 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $120,309 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $133,343 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $143,502 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $152,751 US April 01, 2025
25% $120,309 10% $108,442 90% $152,751 75% $143,502 $133,343 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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