Intelligence Analysts
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$93,790/yr
Typical range
$69,330 – $120,520
Education
Bachelor's degree
Time to entry
About 4 years
What a Intelligence Analysts does
You collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify threats and support law enforcement or military operations. Your insights help agencies make informed decisions about security and safety.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a bachelor's degree. About 4 years.
Estimated cost of that path: ~$40,000. Estimated payback: ~2 years. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
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