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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Budget Analysts salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Raleigh metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$82,780
Mean annual$81,440
Range (10th to 90th)$60,410 to $104,100
Raleigh, North Carolina employment500
State vs national-8.0% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Raleigh budget analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$60,41025TH$66,910MEDIAN$82,78075TH$100,28090TH$104,100

The middle 50% of workers earn between $66,910 and $100,280, with a median of $82,780.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • 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

    4.0 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Summarize budgets and submit recommendations for the approval or disapproval of funds requests.

  2. 02

    Analyze monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.

  3. 03

    Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations.

  4. 04

    Direct the preparation of regular and special budget reports.

  5. 05

    Provide advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation.

  6. 06

    Compile and analyze accounting records and other data to determine the financial resources required to implement a program.

  7. 07

    Review operating budgets to analyze trends affecting budget needs.

  8. 08

    Interpret budget directives and establish policies for carrying out directives.

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Other metros in North Carolina

How the Raleigh metro compares to other major North Carolina metro areas for budget analysts.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Budget Analysts in Raleigh, North Carolina?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Budget Analysts in the Raleigh metropolitan area is $82,780.
Does Raleigh pay more than the North Carolina state average for Budget Analysts?
The Raleigh metro median is +4.5% versus the North Carolina state median of $79,210.
How does Raleigh compare to the national median for Budget Analysts?
The Raleigh metro median is -8.0% versus the BLS national figure of $90,001.
What is the salary range for Budget Analysts in Raleigh?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $60,410 and the 90th-percentile at $104,100 for the Raleigh metro area.
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.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Raleigh CBSA boundary 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.