How much does an operations research analyst make in Pennsylvania?
$79,640a year
Median yearly pay for operations research analysts in Pennsylvania. That is $38.29 an hour or $6,637 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.29
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 3,220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,220Median: $79,640Highest 10%: $129,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,220 | $26.55 | |
| 25th | $63,680 | $30.62 | |
| Median | $79,640 | $38.29 | |
| 75th | $102,300 | $49.16 | |
| 90th | $129,400 | $62.22 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| York, PA | $117,700 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $100,500 |
| Allentown, PA | $83,820 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $82,560 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $80,870 |
| Lancaster, PA | $79,890 |
| Scranton, PA | $59,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for operations research analysts.
| 33. Montana | $80,400 |
| 34. New Mexico | $80,360 |
| 35. South Carolina | $80,240 |
| 36. Pennsylvania | $79,640 |
| 37. Rhode Island | $77,910 |
| 38. Florida | $77,600 |
| 39. Tennessee | $76,680 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an operations research analyst make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $38.29 ($79,640 a year).
Do operations research analysts make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $79,640 against $88,940 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for operations research analyst pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 36 of 47 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays operations research analysts the most?
York-Hanover, PA, with a median of $117,700 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.