Investment Banker Salary
finance · United States · 2025
National Median
$175,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$90k
Entry level
P25
$125k
Junior
P50
$175k
Median
P75
$250k
Senior
P90
$350k
Top earner
P10
$90,000
P50
$175,000
P90
$350,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $187,500 | $262,500 | $375,000 |
| New York, NY | $168,750 | $236,250 | $337,500 |
| Seattle, WA | $162,500 | $227,500 | $325,000 |
| Boston, MA | $156,250 | $218,750 | $312,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $150,000 | $210,000 | $300,000 |
| Austin, TX | $137,500 | $192,500 | $275,000 |
| Denver, CO | $137,500 | $192,500 | $275,000 |
| Chicago, IL | $131,250 | $183,750 | $262,500 |
| Dallas, TX | $125,000 | $175,000 | $250,000 |
| Miami, FL | $118,750 | $166,250 | $237,500 |
H-1B Average Wage
$171,500
DOL prevailing wage reference for Investment Banker
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$90,000 – $350,000
Interquartile Range$125,000 – $250,000
Top City (SF)$262,500
Industryfinance
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on Investment Banker market data
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Market Median: $175,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$95,000
(+118.8%)
Target
$175,000
Negotiation Tips
- Research the market rate thoroughly — you are doing that now!
- Ask for 10-20% above your target to leave room for negotiation.
- Highlight your unique achievements and quantifiable impact.
- Consider the full compensation package: equity, benefits, PTO.
- Practice your pitch out loud before the actual conversation.