Virginia Median
$105,470
per year
Hourly Rate
$50.71
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+15% vs US median
US median $91,640
State Rank
#3 of 51
2,730 employed here
How much does a Budget Analyst make in Virginia?
Budget Analysts in Virginia take home a median of $105,470 annually — roughly $50.71 an hour — which runs 15% above the national median of $91,640.
Within Virginia, entry-level pay starts around $70,610 while the top 10% make $156,750 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $84,590 and $133,490 a year.
Budget Analyst salary range in Virginia
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $70,610 | $33.95 |
|
| 25th percentile (early career) | $84,590 | $40.67 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $105,470 | $50.71 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $133,490 | $64.18 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $156,750 | $75.36 |
|
How Virginia compares
Virginia ranks 3rd out of 51 states and territories for Budget Analyst pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Budget Analyst salary in other states
District of Columbia $124,590Maryland $106,020California $99,520Alabama $99,490Colorado $97,100Washington $96,640Michigan $96,430New Jersey $96,250Connecticut $95,440Oregon $95,250Illinois $94,880Alaska $94,740Vermont $93,430Rhode Island $92,790New Hampshire $92,600Hawaii $92,380Massachusetts $92,260Georgia $91,870Ohio $89,840Utah $88,610New York $88,540Maine $88,130New Mexico $87,360Tennessee $86,570Iowa $86,550South Carolina $86,260Minnesota $85,970Arizona $84,810Pennsylvania $84,240Florida $84,170Idaho $83,220Nebraska $83,010Texas $82,970North Carolina $82,350Wisconsin $82,180Indiana $82,080Delaware $82,000Missouri $81,980Nevada $81,600Wyoming $81,100Oklahoma $80,990Louisiana $80,530Kansas $80,140Montana $79,700South Dakota $79,180Mississippi $78,850West Virginia $78,850North Dakota $77,400Kentucky $76,860Arkansas $71,800
Working as a Budget Analyst in Virginia
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 Virginia pay ($105,470) 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 Virginia?
The median Budget Analyst salary in Virginia is $105,470 per year, or about $50.71 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $70,610 at the entry level to $156,750 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Virginia pay compare to the national average?
Virginia pays Budget Analysts about 15% more than the national median of $91,640. Virginia ranks 3rd out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Virginia a good state for Budget Analysts?
Yes on pay — Virginia pays above the national median for this occupation, at $105,470 a year. About 2,730 Budget Analysts are employed in Virginia. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Virginia?
The highest-paying occupations in Virginia include Anesthesiologist ($488,310), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($478,710), Cardiologist ($461,450), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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