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Budget Analysts Salaries
in Columbia, SC
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $41.44 – $45.58
Average Annual Pay
Range: $86,195 – $94,815
Salaries for Budget Analysts near Columbia
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Virgin Islands, VI
$30.62
29.6%Lower than Budget Analysts in Columbia, SC
Alabama, AL
$50.33
15.7%Higher than Budget Analysts in Columbia, SC
Alaska, AK
$48.14
10.6%Higher than Budget Analysts in Columbia, SC
Arizona, AZ
$44.01
1.1%Higher than Budget Analysts in Columbia, SC
Arkansas, AR
$33.55
22.9%Lower than Budget Analysts in Columbia, SC
How much do Budget Analysts make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$36.98/hr
Range: $35.22 - $38.74
Annual Rate
$76,929
Range: $73,266 - $80,593
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$43.51/hr
Range: $41.44 - $45.58
Annual Rate
$90,505
Range: $86,195 - $94,815
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$50.04/hr
Range: $47.66 - $52.42
Annual Rate
$104,081
Range: $99,124 - $109,037
Budget Analysts job description
Budget Analysts professionals manage financial operations, analyze data, and provide guidance on financial matters. They help organizations and individuals make informed financial decisions.
- •Analyze financial data and reports
- •Prepare financial statements
- •Manage accounts and transactions
- •Ensure regulatory compliance
- •Provide financial advice
- •Monitor budgets and forecasts
- •Financial analysis
- •Accounting principles
- •Excel and financial software
- •Attention to detail
- •Communication skills
- •Problem-solving
- •Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting
- •Professional certifications (CPA, CFA)
- •Experience in financial services
- •Strong analytical skills

