Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Career

*A job as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) falls under the broader career category of Financial and Investment Analysts. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Financial and Investment Analysts : Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private institutions, including valuation of businesses.


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Financial and Investment Analyst Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$97,640

Median Hourly Wage

$46.94*

Total Employed Nationally

281,610


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.