Market Research Analyst

Code: 13-1161.00

Also known as: Business Development Specialist, Communications Specialist, Demographic Analyst, Market Analyst, Market Research Analyst, Market Research Consultant, Market Research Specialist, Market Researcher

Description: Why is a product failing to meet sales goals? Where is the best geographic region to launch a new product? Market Research Analysts study market conditions across a range of products, services and demographics. It is their job to examine sales of a product or service to better determine what consumers want and what they are willing to pay for it. This job requires at least a Bachelor's degree. However, top analysts will also obtain a Master's degree to stay competitive.

Market Research Analyst

Typical wages


10% $35,380
25% $48,040
Median $65,810
75% $93,030
90% $127,410
10% $17.01
25% $23.1
Median $31.64
75% $44.73
90% $61.26

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
738,100
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
868,400
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 84,200