Budget Analysts vs. Accountants and Auditors: Who Earns More?
Budget Analysts out-earn Accountants and Auditors by $8K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Budget Analysts land at $91,640 and Accountants and Auditors at $83,680. The education gap is real: budget analyst programs typically require bachelor's degree, while accountants and auditor programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Budget Analysts is District of Columbia ($124,590); for Accountants and Auditors it's District of Columbia ($111,530).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Budget Analysts median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Budget Analysts or Accountants and Auditors?
Budget Analysts earn more nationally. The median is $91,640 for Budget Analysts versus $83,680 for Accountants and Auditors, a difference of $8K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Budget Analysts or Accountants and Auditors?
Accountants and Auditors has the better 10-year outlook at 4.6% projected growth, compared to 1% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Budget Analysts or Accountants and Auditors?
Budget Analysts typically requires bachelor's degree. Accountants and Auditors requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Budget Analysts get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Budget Analysts at $124,590/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Budget Analysts vs. Accountants and Auditors pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In District of Columbia, Budget Analysts earn $124,590 vs. $111,530 for Accountants and Auditors. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.