Is it a Bad Idea to Email HR and Ask About Average First Year Analyst Compensation?

The title pretty much says it all. I accepted a return offer from a MM investment bank in NYC. I just want to confirm what my ballpark compensation is going to be in my first year (primarily my bonus). I've looked at salary statistics on this site but I just want confirmation.

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Maybe he wants to figure out where to live/commute from based off of his income

 
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Honestly man, you're not going to be able to get any clarity on this. They can tell you one thing, but it means nothing in the context of you in the specific year that you'll receive your bonus. I understand the family thing (been there), but like others have suggested you need to budget as if your base is all you'll ever get. Then the bonus is just gravy.

 

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just google it...you're welcome

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