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Venture Capital Analyst Salary in 2026

Evaluate startup investment opportunities and support portfolio companies for VC firms.

Median Salary

$98,000

$8,167/mo

Entry Level

$65,000

starting pay

Senior Level

$145,000

experienced

Job Growth

+15%

10-yr outlook

Venture Capital Analyst Overview

Evaluate startup investment opportunities and support portfolio companies for VC firms.

Education

Bachelor's/MBA

Experience

1-4 years

Industry

Finance

Total Jobs (US)

12K

5-Year Growth

+20%

Category

Finance

Hourly Rate

$47.12/hr

Monthly Pay

$8,167

Venture Capital Analyst Salary Calculator

Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Venture Capital Analyst salary in your area.

Mid Career (5-9 yrs)

Estimated Venture Capital Analyst Salary

$118,000

$9,833/month · $4,538/biweekly · $56.73/hr

Venture Capital Analyst Salary Range

Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Venture Capital Analyst field.

25th Percentile$78,200
$78K
Median (50th)$98,000
$98K
75th Percentile$121,500
$122K
90th Percentile$172,500
$173K
Top Earners$200,000
$200K

Entry-level Venture Capital Analysts earn around $65,000, while the top 10% earn $172,500 or more.

Top Paying States for Venture Capital Analysts

StateEst. Median Salaryvs National
California$116,000+$18,000
New York$113,000+$15,000
Massachusetts$110,000+$12,000
Colorado$103,000+$5,000
Texas$96,000$-2,000

Top Paying Cities for Venture Capital Analysts

CityEst. Median Salaryvs National
San Francisco$123,000+$25,000
New York$116,000+$18,000
Boston$110,000+$12,000
Denver$104,000+$6,000
Austin$101,000+$3,000

Required Skills & Certifications

Key Skills

Due DiligenceFinancial ModelingMarket ResearchDeal FlowStartup Evaluation

Certifications

CFA

Venture Capital Analyst Career Progression

Typical salary growth path for a Venture Capital Analyst from entry level to expert.

Entry Level

$65,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$105,000

3-7 years

Senior

$145,000

8-14 years

Lead / Expert

$200,000

15+ years

EntryExpert

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