Circana

Circana is a prominent market research and technology company based in Chicago, Illinois. Formed in 2022 through the merger of Information Resources, Inc. (IRI) and The NPD Group, Circana officially adopted its name in 2023. The company operates globally, providing services to over 5,000 clients across various industries, including retail and consumer packaged goods. Circana offers a wide range of services, including data and analytics, predictive analytics, and a customizable technology platform. Their advanced analytics tools utilize the Liquid Data technology platform, which is built on decades of expertise. This enables clients to gain insights into consumer behavior, measure market share, and drive business growth. With a focus on more than 26 industries, Circana is dedicated to helping businesses optimize their strategies and enhance their operations.

Market Research Chicago, United States ~4,179 employees

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Employees
4,179
+0.9% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$431K
Revenue ~$1.8B
12-month attrition
8.7%
Tech: 6.6%
H1B filings, FY2026
37
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

Circana went from 3,606 employees in Oct 2024 to 4,179 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 173 people joined, 105 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other1,431
Engineering842
Operations688
Marketing490
Sales358
Success115
Finance94
HR90

Salaries at Circana

All salaries

7 salary profiles in India

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · US salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering89
Marketing21
Operations9
IT6
Sales1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 37 filings.

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Circana FAQ

How many employees does Circana have?

Circana has about 4,179 employees, up 0.9% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Circana sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Circana filed 37 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Circana's revenue per employee?

Circana makes about $431K in revenue per employee, based on $1.8B annual revenue and 4,179 employees.

How much does Circana pay?

6figr has 7 salary profiles for Circana in India and 4 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Circana salaries page. See Circana salaries in India

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.