2026 salary benchmarks, compensation trends, and career data for market data professionals — sourced from Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Salary.com, and industry surveys.
| Role | Tier 1 Bank | Hedge Fund / HFT | Exchange / Venue | Data Vendor | Asset Manager |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Data Analyst | $85,000 | $105,000 | $80,000 | $75,000 | $82,000 |
| Market Data Engineer | $135,000 | $165,000 | $120,000 | $115,000 | $125,000 |
| Market Data Manager | $155,000 | $185,000 | $140,000 | $130,000 | $150,000 |
Data sourced from Glassdoor, ZipRecruiter, Salary.com, and PayScale as of Q1 2026. Market data roles are a specialized subset of financial services technology. Figures reflect US national medians. New York, Chicago, and San Francisco command 15–25% above national averages. Total compensation estimates include base salary, annual bonus, and equity where applicable, using a 1.25× multiplier on base as a conservative estimate. Compensation data is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or career advice.