Occupation Salary Profile

Operations Research Analysts

SOC Code: 15-2031

Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

National Median (BLS)
$88,540
▲ +8.95% Nominal +5.51% Real
H-1B Sponsor Median
$120,973
▼ -3.22% Nominal ▼ -6.16% Real
Average Base Salary
$93,990
Domestic Mean Pay
Total U.S. Employment
3,350
Active Positions (BLS)
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National Baseline Wage Distribution

Empirical wage tiers reported across all 50 states by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for Operations Research Analysts.

Percentile Tier Annual Base Salary
10th Percentile $60,580
25th Percentile $73,750
National Median (50th Percentile) $88,540
75th Percentile $106,880
90th Percentile $130,780
P10: $60,580 P50 (Median): $88,540 P90: $130,780
Foreign Talent Market

H-1B Visa Sponsor Compensation Benchmarks

Based on 6,581 certified Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) filed by U.S. employers (Trailing 12 Months vs Prior 12 Months).

H-1B National Median $120,973
YoY Nominal Growth (T12M) -3.22%
Real Wage Growth (CPI-U Adj) -6.16%
H-1B Percentile Tier Sponsored Base Salary
10th Percentile $72,000
25th Percentile $89,190
H-1B Median (50th Percentile) $120,973
75th Percentile $160,000
90th Percentile $199,100
H-1B P10: $72,000 H-1B P50: $120,973 H-1B P90: $199,100
💡 Market Premium Insight: The median salary for foreign talent sponsored for Operations Research Analysts roles ($120,973) is +36.6% higher than the broader domestic BLS national median ($88,540).