Operations Research Analysts pay in Richmond
In Richmond (VA), the median pay for operations research analysts is $52.72 an hour ($109,650 a year). About 1,020 people work in this job there.
That is 23% higher than the U.S. median ($88,940). It is 15% lower than the Virginia median ($129,460).
Pay range for operations research analysts in Richmond (VA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $25.87 | $53,810 |
| 25% of workers | $30.69 | $63,840 |
| Half of workers (median) | $52.72 | $109,650 |
| 75% of workers | $62.24 | $129,460 |
| 90% of workers | $76.64 | $159,410 |
Operations Research Analysts pay in Virginia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk | $114,070 | 470 |
| Richmond (this page) | $109,650 | 1,020 |
| Roanoke | $102,930 | 50 |
| Charlottesville | $93,290 | 40 |
Virginia unemployment rate: 3.6% (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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