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Budget Analysts Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Budget Analysts make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$99,520
Median Annual Salary
▼
-4.2% vs 2024
$105,890
Mean Salary
$99,520
Median Salary
$47.85
Hourly Rate
4,160 people work as Budget Analysts in California
Budget Analysts salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Budget Analysts in California earn a median salary of $99,520 per year ($8,293/month).
This is 12.7% above the national average of $88,333.
California ranks #4 out of 51 states for Budget Analysts pay.
Approximately 4,160 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries decreased by 4.2% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Budget Analysts
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.
Top Skills
Active Listening
4.0
Reading Comprehension
3.88
Speaking
3.75
Mathematics
3.75
Critical Thinking
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Economics and Accounting
4.03
Mathematics
3.9
English Language
3.88
Administration and Management
3.71
Administrative
3.57
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(64.0% of workers)
Salaries for Budget Analysts in California range from $69,170 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $149,650 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $80,860 and $129,140.
The median annual salary for Budget Analysts in California is $99,520 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $105,890.
What is the salary range for a Budget Analysts in California?
Salaries for Budget Analysts in California range from $69,170 at the 10th percentile to $149,650 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $80,860 and $129,140.
What is the starting salary for a Budget Analysts in California?
Entry-level Budget Analysts positions in California typically start around $69,170 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $80,860 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Budget Analysts in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,160 people are employed as Budget Analysts in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Budget Analysts in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Budget Analysts in California is approximately $47.85 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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