Live job postings
172
as of 29 Jun 2026
Demand index
0.07%
% of all job postings
Median salary
$80k
$80,000
Salary range
$60k – $100k
$60,000 – $100,000
Salary distribution
Core skills employers ask for
Statistical AnalysisData VisualizationSQLPython or R ProgrammingCritical ThinkingReport WritingSurvey Design & MethodologyMachine Learning BasicsIndustry Domain KnowledgePresentation & CommunicationExcel (Advanced)Project Management
AI impact on this career
AI tools like ChatGPT and specialized analytics platforms are automating routine data cleaning and basic report generation, reducing the time analysts spend on these tasks. However, this shift increases demand for analysts who can frame business questions, validate outputs, and interpret nuanced findings. The role is evolving from pure number-crunching to higher-value strategic interpretation. Analysts who lack coding or statistical skills may face displacement, while those who upskill in AI-augmented workflows will see expanded opportunities.
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