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Quantitative Risk Analyst Salary in San Jose, CA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Quantitative Risk Analyst in San Jose, CA.

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Demand: +13% (Very High Growth)
$228,480
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $109.85/hr
📊 80% Range: $156,400 – $360,400
📍 Regional Multiplier: +36% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $156,400
25th % Junior $192,440
50th % Median $228,480
75th % Senior $294,440
90th % Top 10% $360,400
Base Annual Salary $228,480
Target Annual Bonus $27,418
Annual Stock / Equity $50,266
Total Compensation (TC) $306,163
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Verified Quantitative Risk Analyst Openings in San Jose, CA

Top employers actively hiring near or above the $228,480/yr median benchmark.

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Full-Time Mid-Senior
$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 Quantitative Risk Analyst

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Quantitative Risk Analyst

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$156,400
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Quantitative Risk Analyst

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$228,480
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Quantitative Risk Analyst

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$294,440
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$360,400

Quantitative Risk Analyst Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$231,840

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$228,480

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$225,120

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$215,040

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$215,040

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$215,040

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$210,000

California

COL Index: 142%
$210,000

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Quantitative Risk Analyst provides high-value specialization, system design, and verified technical leadership in their designated domain. Fast career velocity and competitive salary ranges.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Clinical Doctoral Degree
Experience Benchmark
2-5+ years
10-Year Projected Growth
+13% (Very High Growth)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Quantitative Risk Analyst make in San Jose, CA?

The median annual salary for a Quantitative Risk Analyst in San Jose, CA is $228,480, with entry-level professionals earning around $156,400 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $360,400.

What is the average hourly rate for a Quantitative Risk Analyst in San Jose, CA?

On average, a Quantitative Risk Analyst in San Jose, CA makes approximately $109.85 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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