What is the salary for RESEARCH ECONOMIST 4?

In FY2026, RESEARCH ECONOMIST 4 earns between $97,100 and $143,176 per year. Salary range code: R30.

What education is required for RESEARCH ECONOMIST 4?

RESEARCH ECONOMIST 4 requires a doctoral degree.

Which union represents RESEARCH ECONOMIST 4?

RESEARCH ECONOMIST 4 is represented by CWA (ERG prefix R).

RESEARCH ECONOMIST 4

Code: 54006 State Competitive Range: R30 (FY2026)

Career Family: RESEARCH ECONOMIST

Salary: $97,099.98 - $143,175.64/year FY2026 schedule (last updated 2026-05-08)

Definition

Under the direction of a supervisory official in a state department or agency, supervises professional and/or technical staff responsible for organizing, analyzing and interpreting economic data, or serves as a subject matter expert responsible for individually conducting the most complex and/or sensitive economic research studies; does other related duties as required.

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