Operations Research Analysts pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for operations research analysts is $29.99 an hour ($62,380 a year). About 1,190 people work in this job there.
That is 30% lower than the U.S. median ($88,940). Missouri ranks 45th of 47 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for operations research analysts in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.65 | $49,180 |
| 25% of workers | $26.36 | $54,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.99 | $62,380 |
| 75% of workers | $43.77 | $91,030 |
| 90% of workers | $56.24 | $116,980 |
Operations Research Analysts pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $85,380 | 0 |
| St. Louis | $63,650 | 900 |
| Columbia | $62,830 | 30 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for operations research analysts
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 7,500 openings a year (BLS)
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