Average Salaries of BI Analysts

across the US

This salary insights dashboard provides a detailed analysis of Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst compensation across all 50 U.S. states, comparing salaries against each state’s cost-of-living index. The goal is to help professionals, hiring managers, and policymakers understand how salary levels align with living expenses, highlighting regions where BI analysts can maximize their earnings and affordability. The bubble chart visualization maps salary rankings across states, with each circle’s size representing the cost-of-living index, allowing for a quick comparison of how salary potential stacks up against regional expenses. Notably, California moved up to the #1 spot for BI analyst salaries, reflecting the state’s booming tech industry, while New Mexico ranked lowest, despite having a cost-of-living index higher than several states with better salaries. Another key insight is that Hawaii and Alaska, despite offering salaries of $80K and $86K respectively, face some of the highest living expenses in the country, making them financially challenging locations for BI analysts. The scatter plot analysis further explores the relationship between salary and cost-of-living, particularly focusing on Hawaii, which has the highest cost-of-living index (180.3) yet ranks 44th in salaries, making it one of the least financially viable states for BI analysts. Conversely, states like Texas, North Carolina, and Colorado rank among the top-paying states while maintaining moderate living costs, making them attractive for professionals seeking a balance between earnings and expenses. To offer a clearer comparison, the dashboard includes two ranking lists showcasing states with the highest and lowest salaries. California, New York, and Washington lead in BI analyst earnings, while Kentucky, West Virginia, and New Mexico offer the lowest salaries relative to their cost of living. A key trend emerging from the analysis is the impact of state economies and industry growth on salary rankings. For example, Georgia moved up from 13th place in 2019 to 12th in 2024, reflecting the state’s expanding data and analytics job market. This dashboard not only provides insights for job seekers evaluating relocation options, but also serves as a valuable tool for businesses adjusting salary structures to attract top BI talent in competitive markets.