What is the average salary for M&A Associate?

The average salary for M&A Associate is $176,237.00 – $212,599.00 per year, based on 6 job postings on this board that disclose pay.

How is the salary figure for M&A Associate calculated?

These figures are aggregated from current and recent job postings on this board that disclose pay, then averaged across roles. They are estimates, not guarantees of compensation.

M&A Associate salaries

Average salary

$176.2–212.6K/ year

25th percentile

$136.8K

75th percentile

$265K

Based on

6 jobs

Salary by seniority

Level	Average	Board baseline	vs. board
Associate	$167.6–199.6K	$120.4–148.6K	+37%

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United States

5 jobs

$197.4–235.4K

Top skills

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary for M&A Associate?: The average salary for M&A Associate is $176,237.00 – $212,599.00 per year, based on 6 job postings on this board that disclose pay.
How is the salary figure for M&A Associate calculated?: These figures are aggregated from current and recent job postings on this board that disclose pay, then averaged across roles. They are estimates, not guarantees of compensation.