Operations Research Analysts Salary in Western Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,750 -20.3% vs national
Median hourly $34.98
10th percentile $51,860
90th percentile $105,530
Employed locally 50
National median $91,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,860
    25th
    $59,940
    50th (median)
    $72,750
    75th
    $78,400
    90th
    $105,530

    Top-paying metros for Operations Research Analysts

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $153,340
    Lexington Park, MD $135,390
    Peoria, IL $134,500
    Colorado Springs, CO $133,720
    Huntsville, AL $132,620
    Burlington-South Burlington, VT $127,030

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer User Support Specialists $55,770
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $75,000
    Software Developers $94,240
    Computer Occupations, All Other $80,600
    Computer Systems Analysts $85,530
    Computer Programmers $82,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Operations Research Analysts make per hour in Western Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Operations Research Analysts in Western Wisconsin is $34.98, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.84 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wisconsin above or below average for Operations Research Analysts salaries?

    The median Operations Research Analysts salary in Western Wisconsin is 20.3% below the national median of $91,290. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Operations Research Analysts in Western Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Operations Research Analysts (10th percentile) earn around $51,860 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,940.