Budget Analysts pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for budget analysts is $41.62 an hour ($86,570 a year). About 1,140 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($91,640). Tennessee ranks 25th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for budget analysts in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $30.73 | $63,920 |
| 25% of workers | $36.73 | $76,400 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.62 | $86,570 |
| 75% of workers | $51.93 | $108,010 |
| 90% of workers | $64.08 | $133,280 |
Budget Analysts pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $93,450 | 220 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $86,530 | 440 |
| Clarksville | $85,810 | 50 |
| Chattanooga | $81,880 | 90 |
| Knoxville | $80,870 | 170 |
Tennessee unemployment rate: 3.4% (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)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $76,840 |
| Loan Officers | $62,800 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $92,990 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $84,160 |
| Financial Specialists, All Other | $69,240 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $51,630 |
| Credit Analysts | $72,550 |
| Tax Preparers | $36,600 |
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