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How much do credit research jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for credit research in the United States is $23.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Credit Research vs Credit Analyst?

AspectCredit ResearchCredit Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, certifications like CFA often preferredBachelor's degree, certifications like CFA often preferred
Work EnvironmentResearch-focused, analytical, often in financial institutions or investment firmsAnalytical, client-facing, within banks or credit agencies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by investment firms, asset managers, and credit rating agenciesEmployed by banks, lending institutions, and credit rating agencies

Credit Research and Credit Analyst roles share similar credentials and work environments, focusing on analyzing creditworthiness. However, Credit Research typically involves in-depth market and industry analysis to inform investment decisions, while Credit Analysts focus on assessing individual borrowers' credit risk for lending purposes.

How to become a credit research analyst?

To become a credit research analyst, typically a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field is required. Gaining experience in financial analysis, developing strong analytical skills, and proficiency with tools like Excel and financial databases are important; professional certifications such as CFA can also enhance prospects.

What does a credit researcher do?

A credit researcher evaluates the creditworthiness of individuals or companies by analyzing financial statements, credit reports, and market data. They use tools like financial models and databases to assess risk and support lending or investment decisions, often working within financial institutions or credit agencies.
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Infographic showing various Credit Research job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,239 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Investment Grade Credit Research Analyst

PIMCO

San Diego, CA • Hybrid

Full-time

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Job description

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.
Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
PIMCO is seeking a Municipal Credit Research Analyst to support the firm's growth of tax-exempt assets under management. This opportunity is based in San Diego, CA where the Analyst will sit in a dynamic environment alongside Portfolio Managers and other tax-exempt credit Analysts. Although this position is specific to the Municipal business, you'll be part of the firm's global research team and will have the opportunity to interact with cross-asset Portfolio Managers.
RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assume surveillance responsibilities across a number of municipal sectors and regions with a goal of assisting the Research team's coverage of primary and secondary market offerings and existing holdings
  • Build financial projections with a focus on debt sustainability and develop independent credit opinions for related coverage field
  • Analyze political conditions and the impact on credit fundamentals
  • Report and analyze potential changes in the tax policies and accounting treatment of municipal issuers
  • Communicate investment ideas and sector trends with the broader Research team as well as portfolio managers
  • Assist in ad-hoc research projects, written reports and presentations as needed
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Strong academic credentials and achievement; MBA/MPA/MPP/ progress towards a CFA preferred
  • 2-3 years of relevant Public Finance credit analysis experience. Budget, credit or finance work at a buy side/sell side firm, rating agency, federal agency, major state or municipal treasurer office desired
  • Prowess to make judgments regarding credit, risk, and valuation
  • Eagerness to build a knowledge base of the municipal market and its wide variety of issuers
  • Experience handling tasks with minimal direction and an ability to make preliminary decisions in a short time frame with incomplete information
  • Good communicator; strong written and oral presentation abilities. Needs to be persuasive and credible
  • Appreciates seeing one's investment ideas added to investment portfolios and enjoys credit analysis as a long-term career
PIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance. Salary Range: $ 90,000.00 - $ 120,000.00 Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws. Applicants with Disabilities PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

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