Budget Analysts Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,350 -22.3% vs national
Median hourly $32.86
10th percentile $55,950
90th percentile $114,210
Employed locally 80
National median $87,930

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,950
    25th
    $61,800
    50th (median)
    $68,350
    75th
    $81,010
    90th
    $114,210

    Top-paying metros for Budget Analysts

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $141,590
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $125,170
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $124,640
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $121,890
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Huntsville, AL $109,050

    Related occupations in Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$68,910
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$59,610
    Human Resources Specialists$62,420
    Project Management Specialists$78,850
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$55,630
    Training and Development Specialists$46,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Budget Analysts make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Budget Analysts in Western North Carolina is $32.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.55 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Budget Analysts salaries?

    The median Budget Analysts salary in Western North Carolina is 22.3% below the national median of $87,930. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Budget Analysts in Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Budget Analysts (10th percentile) earn around $55,950 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,800.