Salary distribution
Where Pennsylvania credit analysts fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $62,370 and $103,730, with a median of $80,650.
Credit Analysts pay by experience level in Pennsylvania
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Pennsylvania over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.5 / 5
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 3.9 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Inductive Reasoning
Ability
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Analyze credit data and financial statements to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money.
- 02
Complete loan applications, including credit analyses and summaries of loan requests, and submit to loan committees for approval.
- 03
Generate financial ratios, using computer programs, to evaluate customers' financial status.
- 04
Prepare reports that include the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money.
- 05
Analyze financial data, such as income growth, quality of management, and market share to determine expected profitability of loans.
- 06
Compare liquidity, profitability, and credit histories of establishments being evaluated with those of similar establishments in the same industries and geographic locations.
- 07
Contact customers to collect payments on delinquent accounts.
- 08
Evaluate customer records and recommend payment plans, based on earnings, savings data, payment history, and purchase activity.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
-4.4%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Declining
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for credit analysts in major Pennsylvania metropolitan areas.
- Philadelphia$87,730
- Pittsburgh$81,850
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Credit Analysts in Pennsylvania?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Credit Analysts in Pennsylvania is $80,650.
- How does Pennsylvania compare to the national median for Credit Analysts?
- The Pennsylvania median is -6.1% versus the BLS national figure of $85,917.
- What is the salary range for Credit Analysts in Pennsylvania?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $52,960 and the 90th-percentile at $160,700, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Credit Analysts a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -4.4% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Credit Analysts?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.