Survey of Boston Area
Chartered Financial
Analysts

Compensation, Benefits & Employers

Patrick M. Slater

3/16/2012

Overview
Surveys were e-mailed to 1,184 chartered financial analysts (CFAs) located in the Greater Boston area.Survey results were collected from February 28 until March 9, 2012. A total of 132 surveys werecompleted for a response rate of 11%. Of the completed surveys, 124 were usable and analyzed for thisreport.
Sample Characteristics
Average age: 38.5 yearsAverage years of professional experience: 14.5Male: 92%Female: 8%Work in Boston: 70%Work in surrounding areas: 30%
SalaryThe average (mean) salary was $157,727 per year for all respondents. Salaries varied considerably asindicated by a standard deviation of $70,642 and the distribution below.