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What is the Salary of a Data Governance Analyst? 2026 Guide

Data governance analyst salary guide 2026: salary ranges by experience, location, and industry — with tips on how to maximise your data governance analyst salary with CDMP certification.

CDMP Master Academy·18 July 2025·7 min read

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Data Governance Analyst Salary by Experience and Location

Experience LevelUK SalaryUS SalaryWith CDMP Premium
Entry-level (0–2 years)£30,000–£45,000$50,000–$70,000+15–20%
Mid-level (2–5 years)£45,000–£65,000$70,000–$95,000+15–20%
Senior (5–10 years)£65,000–£85,000$95,000–$125,000+15–20%
Lead/Principal (10+ years)£80,000–£110,000$120,000–$160,000+10–15%

Top Industries for Data Governance Analysts

IndustrySalary PremiumKey Drivers
Financial services+20–30%BCBS 239, GDPR, regulatory reporting
Healthcare+15–25%HIPAA, patient data, clinical data quality
Consulting+20–30%Client billing rates; specialisation premium
Technology+15–25%Data-driven culture; scale of data assets
Government+0–10%Job security; pension; work-life balance
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