How much does a budget analyst make in Washington?
$96,640a year
Median yearly pay for budget analysts in Washington. That is $46.46 an hour or $8,053 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.46
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,240Median: $96,640Highest 10%: $147,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,240 | $29.44 | |
| 25th | $79,740 | $38.34 | |
| Median | $96,640 | $46.46 | |
| 75th | $129,500 | $62.25 | |
| 90th | $147,600 | $70.98 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $104,100 |
| Kennewick, WA | $98,750 |
| Portland, OR | $96,430 |
| Olympia, WA | $91,060 |
| Spokane, WA | $88,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for budget analysts.
| 4. California | $99,520 |
| 5. Alabama | $99,490 |
| 6. Colorado | $97,100 |
| 7. Washington | $96,640 |
| 8. Michigan | $96,430 |
| 9. New Jersey | $96,250 |
| 10. Connecticut | $95,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a budget analyst make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $46.46 ($96,640 a year).
Do budget analysts make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $96,640 against $91,640 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Washington rank for budget analyst pay?
Washington ranks 7 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays budget analysts the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $104,100 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.