Budget Analysts vs. Accountants and Auditors: Who Earns More?
Budget Analystss out-earn Accountants and Auditorss by $8K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Budget Analystss land at $91,640 and Accountants and Auditorss 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 Analystss is District of Columbia ($124,590); for Accountants and Auditorss 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 Analystss or Accountants and Auditorss?
Budget Analystss earn more nationally. The median is $91,640 for Budget Analystss versus $83,680 for Accountants and Auditorss, a difference of $8K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Budget Analysts or Accountants and Auditors?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
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 Analystss get paid the most?
District of Columbia is the top-paying state for Budget Analystss 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 Analystss earn $124,590 vs. $111,530 for Accountants and Auditorss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.