Budget Analysts pay in North Carolina
In North Carolina, the median pay for budget analysts is $39.59 an hour ($82,350 a year). About 1,830 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($91,640). North Carolina ranks 35th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for budget analysts in North Carolina
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.39 | $59,050 |
| 25% of workers | $32.72 | $68,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.59 | $82,350 |
| 75% of workers | $48.25 | $100,360 |
| 90% of workers | $61.81 | $128,560 |
Budget Analysts pay in North Carolina metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville | $101,360 | 210 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia | $89,410 | 300 |
| Greenville | $83,570 | 70 |
| Durham-Chapel Hill | $82,350 | 180 |
| Raleigh-Cary | $80,590 | 540 |
| Asheville | $76,400 | 50 |
| Greensboro-High Point | $68,970 | 80 |
| Winston-Salem | $68,940 | 50 |
| Wilmington | $59,050 | 90 |
North Carolina unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for budget analysts
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.9% over ten years, little or no change · about 2,900 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in North Carolina
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $82,050 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $102,390 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $96,880 |
| Loan Officers | $75,920 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $80,900 |
| Insurance Underwriters | $77,120 |
| Credit Analysts | $94,570 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $132,040 |
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