How much does an economist make in Alabama?
$130,000a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Alabama. That is $62.48 an hour or $10,830 a month.
- Hourly
- $62.48
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,520Median: $130,000Highest 10%: $175,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,520 | $35.83 | |
| 25th | $91,210 | $43.85 | |
| Median | $130,000 | $62.48 | |
| 75th | $153,600 | $73.83 | |
| 90th | $175,200 | $84.22 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 7. New York | $136,700 |
| 8. North Carolina | $136,200 |
| 9. Idaho | $131,300 |
| 10. Alabama | $130,000 |
| 11. Georgia | $122,600 |
| 12. Oregon | $122,100 |
| 13. Texas | $121,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $62.48 ($130,000 a year).
Do economists make more in Alabama than the national average?
Yes: $130,000 against $124,700 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Alabama rank for economist pay?
Alabama ranks 10 of 40 states.
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.