Economists Salary in Alabama
Economists in Alabama earn a median of $129,960 a year, +4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $129,960
- vs. U.S. median
- +4% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 40
Pay range in Alabama
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,520; the top 10% earn over $175,170. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
States ranked near Alabama
Similar jobs in Alabama
- Environmental Economists$129,960 median in Alabama (broader BLS group)
- Financial Quantitative Analysts$87,110 median in Alabama (broader BLS group)
- Business Intelligence Analysts$103,120 median in Alabama (broader BLS group)
- Actuaries$136,950 median in Alabama
- Statisticians$76,400 median in Alabama
- Management Analysts$108,040 median in Alabama
Economists pay in Alabama
How much do economists make in Alabama?
The median is $129,960 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $74,520 and the top 10% earn over $175,170. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alabama a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 40 (+4% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.