Operations Research Analysts Salary (2025)
Based on 108,510 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $57,060 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $68,360 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $88,940 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $125,990 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $159,910 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$57K
25th
$68K
Median
$89K
75th
$126K
90th
$160K
Highest Paying States for Operations Research Analysts
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Virginia | $130,720 |
| Colorado | $130,610 |
| Alabama | $117,850 |
| New York | $117,790 |
| District of Columbia | $115,120 |
| Hawaii | $111,180 |
| California | $110,860 |
| Washington | $107,340 |
| Maryland | $106,620 |
| Illinois | $104,580 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Operations Research Analysts salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Virginia at an average of $130,720 per year, while Illinois has an average of $104,580 — a difference of $26,140. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Operations Research Analysts
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 108,510 workers were employed as Operations Research Analystss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Computer and Mathematical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $99,730 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 15-2031