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Equity Research Analyst Salary in San Jose, CA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Equity Research Analyst in San Jose, CA.

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Demand: +21% (High Demand)
$224,400
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $107.89/hr
📊 80% Range: $149,600 – $353,600
📍 Regional Multiplier: +36% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $149,600
25th % Junior $187,000
50th % Median $224,400
75th % Senior $289,000
90th % Top 10% $353,600
Base Annual Salary $224,400
Target Annual Bonus $26,928
Annual Stock / Equity $49,368
Total Compensation (TC) $300,696
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Verified Equity Research Analyst Openings in San Jose, CA

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$41,000 – $50,999 per year
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in San Jose, CA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Equity Research Analyst

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Equity Research Analyst

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$149,600
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Equity Research Analyst

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$224,400
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Equity Research Analyst

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$289,000
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$353,600

Equity Research Analyst Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$227,700

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$224,400

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$221,100

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$211,200

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$211,200

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$211,200

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$206,250

California

COL Index: 142%
$206,250

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Equity Research Analyst leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+21% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Equity Research Analyst make in San Jose, CA?

The median annual salary for a Equity Research Analyst in San Jose, CA is $224,400, with entry-level professionals earning around $149,600 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $353,600.

What is the average hourly rate for a Equity Research Analyst in San Jose, CA?

On average, a Equity Research Analyst in San Jose, CA makes approximately $107.89 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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