Operations Research Analysts pay in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson
In Baltimore-Columbia-Towson (MD), the median pay for operations research analysts is $45.40 an hour ($94,440 a year). About 2,350 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($88,940). It is 3% lower than the Maryland median ($97,410).
Pay range for operations research analysts in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson (MD)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.82 | $55,790 |
| 25% of workers | $33.09 | $68,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $45.40 | $94,440 |
| 75% of workers | $63.46 | $131,990 |
| 90% of workers | $88.51 | $184,100 |
Operations Research Analysts pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Park | $135,300 | 390 |
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson (this page) | $94,440 | 2,350 |
| Salisbury | $67,160 | 50 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $63,520 | 50 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for operations research analysts
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +11.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 7,500 openings a year (BLS)
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| Data Scientists | $134,320 |
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