Hiring a data analyst: the market today
The short answer ·
345 open postings ask for a data analyst as of Nov 11, 2026, from 171 employers. The median advertised pay is $108,600, taking the midpoint of each posted range. 184 of those postings are new in the last 30 days, so expect competition.
Who you're competing with
Open postings · Ayla, Nov 11, 2026
What it pays
Advertised pay (range midpoints), 239 postings with pay
Questions buyers ask
How hard is it to hire a data analyst?
Hard. 171 employers are hiring the role right now, led by Guidehouse with 26 open postings.
What should I pay a data analyst?
Advertised pay centers on $108,600. The middle half runs from $85,682 to $134,050.
Where is a data analyst being hired?
As of Nov 11, 2026, the most open postings for the role are in Virginia (65), Texas (37) and California (24). Together they hold 37% of its 345 open postings.
Who can help me hire a data analyst?
Ayla's recruiters, for government agencies and contractors. Send the role for a free market brief within two business days, then interview the people we find; you pay a placement fee when you hire.