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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Financial and Investment Analysts salary in San Diego, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the San Diego metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$102,940
Mean annual$114,100
Range (10th to 90th)$66,060 to $168,740
San Diego, California employment3,390
State vs national+1.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where San Diego financial and investment analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$66,06025TH$79,690MEDIAN$102,94075TH$128,95090TH$168,740

The middle 50% of workers earn between $79,690 and $128,950, with a median of $102,940.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

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Common tasks (O*NET)

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Other metros in California

How the San Diego metro compares to other major California metro areas for financial and investment analysts.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Financial and Investment Analysts in San Diego, California?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Financial and Investment Analysts in the San Diego metropolitan area is $102,940.
Does San Diego pay more than the California state average for Financial and Investment Analysts?
The San Diego metro median is -7.3% versus the California state median of $111,100.
How does San Diego compare to the national median for Financial and Investment Analysts?
The San Diego metro median is +1.7% versus the BLS national figure of $101,220.
What is the salary range for Financial and Investment Analysts in San Diego?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $66,060 and the 90th-percentile at $168,740 for the San Diego metro area.
What education is required for Financial and Investment Analysts?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the San Diego CBSA boundary 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.