Budget Analysts in California. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where California budget analysts fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $80,860 and $129,140, with a median of $99,520.
Budget Analysts in California: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 64 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $79,675. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 37 | $73,739 |
| Level II — qualified | 14 | $96,700 |
| Level III — experienced | 7 | $123,053 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 5 | $148,320 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Budget Analysts in California. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westnovo Freight Inc | Cost Analyst | 5 | $74,526 |
| New Beginnings Creator Network Corp. | Budget Analyst | 3 | $81,120 |
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | Budget Analyst | 2 | $74,133 |
| DBN AUTO TRANSPORT | BUDGET ANALYST | 2 | $72,000 |
| DKS STEEL DOOR AND FRAME SYSTEMS INC. | BUDGET ANALYST | 2 | $73,143 |
| E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. | Project Controls Analyst | 2 | $152,880 |
| JD LOGISTICS UNITED STATES COMPANY | BUDGET ANALYST | 2 | $69,231 |
| Pulsar Products Inc. | Budget Analyst | 2 | $66,560 |
| VENICE INVESTMENTS A CA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP | BUDGET ANALYST | 2 | $73,143 |
| Westudy Education Inc | Budget Analyst | 2 | $74,526 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Sr Manager, Treasury at GILEAD SCIENCES, INC$148,320Foster CityWage Level IVDecided Mar 26, 2026I-200-26078-714697
- Analyst II at California Department of Transportation$72,372SacramentoDecided Mar 23, 2026I-200-26075-707201
- Cost Analyst at Westnovo Freight Inc$74,526BreaWage Level IDecided Feb 20, 2026I-200-26043-637861
- Finance Manager, Content, Product, & Snap Studios at KQED, Inc.$123,053San FranciscoWage Level IIIDecided Feb 6, 2026I-200-26030-607282
- Cost Analyst at Westnovo Freight Inc$74,526Santa AnaWage Level IDecided Feb 5, 2026I-200-26029-603466
- Cost Analyst at Westnovo Freight Inc$74,526BreaWage Level IDecided Feb 3, 2026I-200-26028-595805
- Senior Financial Planning Analyst at Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach$105,997LakewoodWage Level IIDecided Jan 27, 2026I-200-26020-572476
- Cost Analyst at Westnovo Freight Inc$74,526Santa AnaWage Level IDecided Jan 8, 2026I-200-25365-518947
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Budget Analysts pay by experience level in California
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Budget Analysts specialties in California
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 45 certified offers. The most common variant is Budget Analyst at a median of $74,526.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Analyst | New Beginnings Creator Network Corp. | 34 | $74,526 |
| Cost Analyst | Westnovo Freight Inc | 5 | $74,526 |
| Manager, Global Strategic Sourcing, Travel and Operations | DISNEY WORLDWIDE SERVICES, INC. | 3 | $139,725 |
| Project Controls Analyst | E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. | 3 | $145,600 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Budget Analysts in California, by industry
Median offered wage across 57 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $74,526.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Westnovo Freight Inc | 19 | $74,526 |
| Technology and software | New Beginnings Creator Network Corp. | 8 | $85,280 |
| Retail and wholesale | Crossing Inc. | 6 | $71,760 |
| Manufacturing | DKS STEEL DOOR AND FRAME SYSTEMS INC. | 5 | $74,526 |
| Real estate | VENICE INVESTMENTS A CA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP | 4 | $80,263 |
| Transportation and logistics | DBN AUTO TRANSPORT | 3 | $72,000 |
| Nonprofit and civic | Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | 3 | $73,739 |
| Education | Westudy Education Inc | 3 | $74,526 |
| Healthcare | Benevolence Industries, Incorporated | 2 | $118,996 |
| Media and entertainment | Castlewood Country Club | 2 | $113,496 |
| Government and public sector | DISNEY WORLDWIDE SERVICES, INC. | 1 | $139,725 |
| Finance and insurance | Farmers and Merchants Bank of Long Beach | 1 | $105,997 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in California over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.0 / 5
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Mathematical Reasoning
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Active Listening
Basic skill
- 4.0 / 5
Number Facility
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Oral Comprehension
Ability
- 4.0 / 5
Written Comprehension
Ability
- 3.9 / 5
Mathematics
Knowledge
- 3.9 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or disapproval of funds requests.
- 02
Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.
- 03
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.
- 04
Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.
- 05
Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.
- 06
Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.
- 07
Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.
- 08
Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+1.2%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Slower than average
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for budget analysts in major California metropolitan areas.
- San Jose$131,730
- San Francisco$117,360
- San Diego$107,010
- Los Angeles$96,870
- Sacramento$95,620
- Riverside$87,860
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Budget Analysts in California?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Budget Analysts in California is $99,520.
- How does California compare to the national median for Budget Analysts?
- The California median is +8.3% versus the BLS national figure of $91,908.
- What is the salary range for Budget Analysts in California?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $69,170 and the 90th-percentile at $149,650, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Budget Analysts a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 1.2% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Budget Analysts?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.