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Credit Analysts Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Credit Analysts make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$97,860
Median Annual Salary
▲
+10.8% vs 2024
$113,670
Mean Salary
$97,860
Median Salary
$47.05
Hourly Rate
5,260 people work as Credit Analysts in California
Credit Analysts salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Credit Analysts in California earn a median salary of $97,860 per year ($8,155/month).
This is 19.9% above the national average of $81,630.
California ranks #7 out of 51 states for Credit Analysts pay.
Approximately 5,260 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 10.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Credit Analysts
Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decisionmaking.
Top Skills
Critical Thinking
3.88
Reading Comprehension
3.62
Speaking
3.62
Active Learning
3.62
Active Listening
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Economics and Accounting
4.5
Mathematics
3.9
English Language
3.9
Law and Government
3.28
Administrative
3.0
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(95.0% of workers)
Salaries for Credit Analysts in California range from $61,380 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $194,760 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $76,380 and $138,710.
The median annual salary for Credit Analysts in California is $97,860 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $113,670.
What is the salary range for a Credit Analysts in California?
Salaries for Credit Analysts in California range from $61,380 at the 10th percentile to $194,760 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $76,380 and $138,710.
What is the starting salary for a Credit Analysts in California?
Entry-level Credit Analysts positions in California typically start around $61,380 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $76,380 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Credit Analysts in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 5,260 people are employed as Credit Analysts in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Credit Analysts in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Credit Analysts in California is approximately $47.05 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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