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Business Analyst vs Data Analyst salary
Who earns more—a Business Analyst or Data Analyst? This page compares mid-level gross salary bands in United States using our static 2026 model, not live job board scrapes.
Figures use Toolminator's static salary model (ranges for comparison, not job listings). Methodology & limitations.
| Role | Mid-level range (USD) | USD equivalent (mid) |
|---|---|---|
| Business Analyst | $82,800–$103,040 | $92,920 |
| Data Analyst | $83,160–$103,488 | $93,324 |
In our static United States model, mid-level Data Analyst averages about 0% more than business analyst on a USD-equivalent basis—not a live offer or payroll feed.
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