SOC 15-2031 · May 2025 · United States
Operations Research Analysts
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Operations Research Analysts across the United States is $88,940 per year, measured over 108,510 jobs. The highest state median is in Colorado, at $129,880.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Operations Research Analysts
Pay for this occupation varies by 120.0% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Colorado pays $129,880 and Arkansas pays $59,030.
States with the most Operations Research Analysts jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas | 11,890 | $90,710 | |
| 2 | California | 10,620 | $102,100 | |
| 3 | Florida | 9,120 | $77,600 | |
| 4 | Virginia | 6,980 | $129,460 | |
| 5 | New York | 5,890 | $108,610 | |
| 6 | Illinois | 5,180 | $89,800 | |
| 7 | Maryland | 4,710 | $97,410 | |
| 8 | Georgia | 4,600 | $76,220 | |
| 9 | Wisconsin | 4,270 | $71,820 | |
| 10 | Massachusetts | 4,200 | $96,500 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colorado Springs | $140,590 | 170 |
| 2 | Lexington Park | $135,300 | 390 |
| 3 | Huntsville | $132,000 | 350 |
| 4 | Peoria | $129,300 | 130 |
| 5 | Denver | $127,810 | 490 |
| 6 | Washington | $127,600 | 8,080 |
| 7 | San Jose | $123,360 | 920 |
| 8 | Dayton | $122,570 | 410 |
| 9 | Bakersfield | $119,020 | 80 |
| 10 | Panama City | $118,810 | 80 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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