Budget Analysts Salary (2025)
Based on 47,160 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $62,250 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $75,320 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $91,640 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $114,220 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $136,660 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$62K
25th
$75K
Median
$92K
75th
$114K
90th
$137K
Highest Paying States for Budget Analysts
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $124,680 |
| Virginia | $112,310 |
| Maryland | $110,120 |
| California | $105,890 |
| Michigan | $102,500 |
| Washington | $102,370 |
| Alabama | $101,420 |
| Alaska | $100,640 |
| New Jersey | $100,310 |
| Colorado | $99,890 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Budget Analysts salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $124,680 per year, while Colorado has an average of $99,890 — a difference of $24,790. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Budget Analysts
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 47,160 workers were employed as Budget Analystss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $96,370 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-2031