What is the average hourly wage for Budget Analysts?

The median hourly wage for Budget Analysts is $39.55 per hour. This translates to approximately $82,260 per year working full-time.

What states pay Budget Analysts the most?

Salaries for Budget Analysts vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a budget analyst?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Budget Analysts Salary

Name: Budget Analysts Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$82,260

$39.55 / hour

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$43,598 - $141,487

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

48,750

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Budget Analysts Salary by Percentile

$43,598 $141,487

10th pct Median: $82,260 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$43,598	$20.96
25th Percentile	$59,227	$28.47
50th (Median)	$82,260	$39.55
75th Percentile	$113,519	$54.58
90th (Top Earners)	$141,487	$68.02
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Budget Analysts

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$108,583	$52.20
2	Massachusetts (MA)	$100,357	$48.25
3	New York (NY)	$100,357	$48.25
4	New Jersey (NJ)	$98,712	$47.46
5	Connecticut (CT)	$97,067	$46.67
6	Hawaii (HI)	$94,599	$45.48
7	Alaska (AK)	$92,131	$44.29
8	Washington (WA)	$92,131	$44.29
9	Colorado (CO)	$88,841	$42.71
10	New Hampshire (NH)	$88,841	$42.71
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Budget Analysts

Budget Analysts work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Budget Analysts

Projected Growth

+7%

2022-2032

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

980,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Budget Analysts make?

The median annual salary for Budget Analysts is $82,260 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $43,598, while the top 10% earn $141,487 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Budget Analysts?

Budget Analysts earn a median hourly wage of $39.55 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $82,260 annually.

Is Budget Analysts a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $82,260, Budget Analysts earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Budget Analysts need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.