PE / VC · Analyst
PE Analyst Salary
Compensation benchmarks from 255 verified sources including industry surveys, published reports, and market intelligence.
National Compensation Range
P25
$80,000
25th percentile
P50
$100,000
Median
P75
$130,000
75th percentile
CANDIDATE MARKET
Competitive
Scarcity: 5/10
EST. CANDIDATE POOL
Large (~3,000-4,000 per cycle)
Active candidates nationally
DEMAND TREND
Stable
13% year-over-year
RETENTION
2.5 yr avg tenure
35% annual turnover
PE Analyst Salary by City
Median (P50) adjusted for metro cost of labor.
Market Trends
2024-2026: Entry-level competition driving up signing bonuses; analyst-to-associate promotion accelerating
Also Known As
Private Equity Analyst, Investment Analyst (PE), Financial Analyst (Private Equity), PE Junior Investment Professional
What Does a PE Analyst Do?
The PE Analyst operates within private equity firms, venture capital funds, or growth equity platforms, working alongside managing partners and portfolio company leadership. Professionals in this role typically bring 0 to 1 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Analyst level, this position draws from a competitive candidate pool, though specialized qualifications and sector-specific experience remain key differentiators in hiring.
What Drives PE Analyst Compensation?
The median (P50) compensation for a PE Analyst is $100,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $80,000 to $130,000. The 50% spread between P25 and P75 reflects significant pay variation driven by fund size and stage, carry allocation, deal volume, geographic market, firm reputation, and whether the role involves direct deal execution or portfolio operations. Demand for this role is trending upward with 0.125% year-over-year growth, which is putting upward pressure on compensation at all levels.
PE Analyst Career Path
Professionals who move into PE Analyst roles most commonly come from investment banking, management consulting, corporate development, or operational roles at portfolio companies. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward partner-track advancement, portfolio company C-suite placements, or launching their own fund. The average tenure in this role is approximately 2.5 years, with an annual turnover rate of 35%.
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