Business Intelligence Analysts Salary in California
Business Intelligence Analysts in California earn a median of $141,590 a year, +18% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Data Scientists”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $141,590
- vs. U.S. median
- +18% ($120,230)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 39,310
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,480; the top 10% earn over $224,920. Nationally the range is $67,240 to $199,130.
States ranked near California
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Business Intelligence Analysts pay in California
How much do business intelligence analysts make in California?
The median is $141,590 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,480 and the top 10% earn over $224,920. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for business intelligence analysts?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 49 (+18% vs. the national median of $120,230). Living costs are not included.