Internal Auditor Salary in 2026
Examine organizational operations to evaluate efficiency and compliance with policies.
Median Salary
$78,000
$6,500/mo
Entry Level
$55,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$108,000
experienced
Job Growth
+8%
10-yr outlook
Internal Auditor Overview
Examine organizational operations to evaluate efficiency and compliance with policies.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
2-4 years
Industry
Finance
Total Jobs (US)
130K
5-Year Growth
+11%
Category
Finance
Hourly Rate
$37.50/hr
Monthly Pay
$6,500
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Internal Auditor Salary
$90,000
$7,500/month · $3,462/biweekly · $43.27/hr
Internal Auditor Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Internal Auditor field.
Entry-level Internal Auditors earn around $55,000, while the top 10% earn $120,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Internal Auditors
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $92,000 | +$14,000 |
| New York | $90,000 | +$12,000 |
| Illinois | $81,000 | +$3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | $78,000 | $0 |
| Texas | $76,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Internal Auditors
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $92,000 | +$14,000 |
| Los Angeles | $87,000 | +$9,000 |
| Chicago | $82,000 | +$4,000 |
| Philadelphia | $80,000 | +$2,000 |
| Dallas | $78,000 | $0 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Internal Auditor Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Internal Auditor from entry level to expert.
$55,000
0-2 years
$82,000
3-7 years
$108,000
8-14 years
$132,000
15+ years
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