Operations Research Analysts Salary in California
Operations Research Analysts in California earn a median of $102,100 a year, +15% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $102,100
- vs. U.S. median
- +15% ($88,940)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 10,620
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,510; the top 10% earn over $168,030. Nationally the range is $57,060 to $159,910.
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Operations Research Analysts pay in California
How much do operations research analysts make in California?
The median is $102,100 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $65,510 and the top 10% earn over $168,030. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for operations research analysts?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 47 (+15% vs. the national median of $88,940). Living costs are not included.