How much does a Graduate Risk Analyst make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Graduate Risk Analyst in California is $111,286 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, a Graduate Risk Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $123,997
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,035 to $117,939
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,344

Key Factors That Influence Graduate Risk Analyst Salaries

A Graduate Risk Analyst's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Graduate Risk Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Graduate Risk Analyst's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $88,231
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $109,900
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,253
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,703
  • Expert (over 8 years): $164,332
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Vendor Quality Control Analyst I less than 1 year $88,231
Graduate Risk Analyst 1-2 years $109,900
Vendor Quality Control Analyst III 2-4 years $116,253
Vendor Quality Control Analyst IV 5-8 years $138,703
Vendor Quality Control Analyst V over 8 years $164,332

Top Paying Cities for Graduate Risk Analyst

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Los Angeles: $111,478
  • West Hollywood: $111,397
  • Dodgertown: $111,477

Graduate Risk Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Graduate Risk Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Graduate Risk Analyst positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Graduate Risk Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Graduate Risk Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $166,929 $80.0 50%

Graduate Risk Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Graduate Risk Analyst's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$105,035
Average $111,286/year
$117,939
$8,753
Average $9,274/month
$9,828
$2,020
Average $2,140/week
$2,268
$50
Average $54/hour
$57
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $117,939 $9,828 $2,268 $57
Average $111,286 $9,274 $2,140 $54
25th Percentile $105,035 $8,753 $2,020 $50

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