Operations Research Analysts pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
In Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA), the median pay for operations research analysts is $49.49 an hour ($102,930 a year). About 2,110 people work in this job there.
That is 16% higher than the U.S. median ($88,940). It is 5% higher than the Washington median ($98,030).
Pay range for operations research analysts in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.69 | $70,070 |
| 25% of workers | $39.68 | $82,530 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.49 | $102,930 |
| 75% of workers | $65.10 | $135,410 |
| 90% of workers | $79.74 | $165,870 |
Operations Research Analysts pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (this page) | $102,930 | 2,110 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $84,500 | 600 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $82,500 | 100 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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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