2026 Lending
Salary Guide
Using data from over 20,000 candidates in the Storm2 database we have put together a comprehensive picture of salary and remuneration trends for lending organizations based in the US. This guide will provide key insight and discuss the local job landscape across the US.
See where you stand — and what to pay — in the US Lending market.
The US lending sector remains one of the largest FinTech arenas, closing 2025 at $9.7T. Whether you’re hiring or benchmarking your own compensation, this guide gives you clear, data-backed insights for 2026.
What’s inside the 2026 Lending Salary Guide
We’ve analysed real hiring data from across the US Lending ecosystem to help both hiring managers and candidates make smarter decisions in 2026.
📊 Salary Benchmarks Across All Core Functions
Clear US salary ranges for roles across the full Lending ecosystem, including:
- AI & Data
- Software Engineering
- Product
- Marketing
- Sales & BD
- Finance & Operations
- Risk & Compliance
📈 2026 Lending Market Trends & Predictions
A breakdown of the forces shaping this year, including:
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Credit risk models shifting to real-time cash-flow and open-banking data
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Embedded lending gaining ground through non-financial platforms
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BNPL entering a stricter profitability-and-compliance era
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B2B and SMB lending outpacing consumer growth
🌎 Regional Compensation Differences
See how salaries vary across Lending hubs, including a visual US-wide map showing where compensation sits highest — and where talent density is growing fastest.
Why use our FinTech salary guides?
Unsurpassed data
Powered by data from over 20,000 candidates, exclusive industry leader insights, and 5+ years of senior FinTech placements.
Trackable Trends
Gain up-to-date data from 2025 and projections for 2026, helping you stay ahead in a competitive market.
Sector Expertise
Our specialists provide unparalleled insights tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities within your FinTech niche.
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Frequently asked questions
Where do you get the data from?
We use a mix of data from over 20,000 candidates in the Storm2 database, as well as industry insights we gather from conversations with industry leaders, filling roles for our clients and over 5 years of experience.
What if I want to know about salary trends across the whole FinTech industry?
Don’t fret, we’ve got you covered! If you are interested in viewing our top level salary guide that covers the entire FinTech sector, you can find that here:
What if I want to know about salary trends in other FinTech sectors?
We also have guides made for the other FinTech sectors that the Storm2 team help hire for, if you’re looking for salary guides covering other FinTech sectors you can find them here:
Does this guide include contract/hourly rates?
Our guides exclusively cover full-time salaried employees based on region and role.
