Salary comparison

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists vs. Accountants and Auditors: Salary Comparison (2026)

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialistss earn a median salary of $76,950/year, while Accountants and Auditorss earn $81,680/year - a difference of $4,730. Accountants and Auditorss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists

Accountants and Auditors

Median salary

$76,950

$81,680

Hourly rate

$37/hr

$39.27/hr

Entry level (10th %)

$42,070

$52,780

Senior level (90th %)

$144,610

$141,420

Education required

Varies

U.S. employment

861,140

1,448,290

Job growth (10-year)

N/A