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How much do planning economic analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for planning economic analyst in the United States is $73,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Planning Economic Analyst vs Economic Research Analyst?

AspectPlanning Economic AnalystEconomic Research Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Economics, Finance, or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Economics, Statistics, or related field
Work EnvironmentCorporate, government agencies, consulting firmsResearch institutions, think tanks, government departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-makingFocused on analyzing economic data and producing reports

Planning Economic Analysts primarily focus on forecasting and strategic planning within organizations, utilizing economic data to inform business or policy decisions. Economic Research Analysts concentrate on analyzing economic trends and producing detailed reports for research purposes. While both roles require similar educational backgrounds, their work environments and objectives differ, with Planning Economic Analysts more involved in applied planning and Economic Research Analysts more focused on research and analysis.

How much do planning economic analysts make in the US?

Planning economic analysts in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $70,000 to $90,000, depending on experience, education, and location. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced analysts or those in senior roles can earn over $100,000 annually. Skills in data analysis, economic modeling, and proficiency with tools like Excel or statistical software are often required.

What does a planning economic analyst do?

A planning economic analyst evaluates economic data and trends to support strategic decision-making for organizations or government agencies. They analyze market conditions, develop forecasts, and prepare reports using statistical tools and economic models to inform planning and policy development.

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Infographic showing various Planning Economic Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,261 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

Payer Analytics Economics Analyst

Englewood, CO • Remote

CommonSpirit Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees

$34 - $50.58/hr

Full-time

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Payer Analytics and Economics Analyst, you will be instrumental in leveraging data-driven insights to optimize our payer relationships, contract performance, and overall financial health.
Every day you will analyze payer contracts, claims data, and market trends to identify opportunities for revenue enhancement, cost reduction, and improved contract terms.
To be successful in this role, you must possess strong analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills, a comprehensive understanding of healthcare reimbursement methodologies, payer contracting, and managed care economics.

  • Perform strategic pricing analysis to support the negotiation and implementation of appropriate reimbursement rates and associated language, between physicians/hospitals and payers/networks for managed care contracting initiatives. Develop financial models and payer performance analysis.
  • Monitor contract financial performance. Analyze and publish managed care performance statements and determine profitability. Review and accurately interpret contract terms, including payer policies and procedures impacting contract performance.
  • Provide stakeholder training of the modeling of proposed/existing negotiated payer contracts, including expected and actual revenues/volumes, past performance, proposed contract language and regulatory changes.
  • Act as a liaison between CommonSpirit Health and payer to update information and communicate changes related to reimbursement.
  • Prepare service line reimbursement analyses and financial performance analyses. Develop methods and models (involving multiple variables and assumptions) to identify the implications/ramifications/results of a wide variety of new/revised strategies, approaches, provision, parameters and rate structures aimed at establishing appropriate reimbursement levels.
  • Identify, collect, and manipulate from a wide variety of financial and clinical internal data bases (e.g. PIC, STAR, TSI, PCON, EPIC) and external sources. Identify and access appropriate data resources to support analyses and recommendations.
Job Requirements

Required

  • Bachelors Other in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Healthcare or related field; Equivalent education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • One (1) year of experience in financial healthcare reimbursement analysis is required, including an understanding of national standards for fee-for-service and value-based provider reimbursement methodologies, 
  • Experience in contribution to profitability through detailed financial analysis and efficient delivery of data management strategies supporting contract analysis, trend management, budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and healthcare operations
Where You'll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Qualifications:

Required

  • Bachelors Other in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Healthcare or related field; Equivalent education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • One (1) year of experience in financial healthcare reimbursement analysis is required, including an understanding of national standards for fee-for-service and value-based provider reimbursement methodologies, 
  • Experience in contribution to profitability through detailed financial analysis and efficient delivery of data management strategies supporting contract analysis, trend management, budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning, and healthcare operations
Employment Type: Full Time

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