Budget Analyst Salary in New Hampshire (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Budget Analysts in New Hampshire, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Hampshire Median
$92,600
per year
Hourly Rate
$44.52
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+1% vs US median
US median $91,640
State Rank
#16 of 51
80 employed here

How much does a Budget Analyst make in New Hampshire?

Budget Analysts in New Hampshire take home a median of $92,600 annually — roughly $44.52 an hour — which runs 1% above the national median of $91,640.

Within New Hampshire, entry-level pay starts around $68,080 while the top 10% make $130,480 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $74,090 and $113,170 a year.

Budget Analyst salary range in New Hampshire

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$68,080$32.73
25th percentile (early career)$74,090$35.62
50th percentile (median)$92,600$44.52
75th percentile (experienced)$113,170$54.41
90th percentile (top earners)$130,480$62.73

How New Hampshire compares

New Hampshire ranks 16th out of 51 states and territories for Budget Analyst pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1District of Columbia$124,590
2Maryland$106,020
3Virginia$105,470
4California$99,520
5Alabama$99,490

Working as a Budget Analyst in New Hampshire

Nationally, about 47,000 people work as Budget Analysts in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New Hampshire pay ($92,600) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Budget Analyst make in New Hampshire?
The median Budget Analyst salary in New Hampshire is $92,600 per year, or about $44.52 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $68,080 at the entry level to $130,480 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Hampshire pay compare to the national average?
New Hampshire pays Budget Analysts about 1% more than the national median of $91,640. New Hampshire ranks 16th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Hampshire a good state for Budget Analysts?
Yes on pay — New Hampshire pays above the national median for this occupation, at $92,600 a year. About 80 Budget Analysts are employed in New Hampshire. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Hampshire?
The highest-paying occupations in New Hampshire include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($555,670), Surgeon, All Other ($534,870), Dermatologist ($516,230), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.