30 Must-Know Interview Questions for Data Analyst Roles

Prep smarter, answer better, and land your next data analyst job

Got a data analyst interview lined up, or maybe you want to prepare for when you do have one?

This post is your go-to guide.

Here’s what you’ll find inside:

✅ 30 essential interview questions, spanning SQL, tools, scenarios, and behavior.
✅ Advice on what hiring managers are really asking.
✅ Tips on crafting answers that sound like you, not a script.

Feeling more confident walking into interviews starts with good prep. If you're serious about landing that role, start here.

BONUS:

I created a FREE Notion template to help you with your interview preparation. Check out the link in the blog post.

👉 Read the full post here

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