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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Management Analysts salary in Buffalo, New York

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Buffalo metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$84,020
Mean annual$97,990
Range (10th to 90th)$57,230 to $147,270
Buffalo, New York employment2,570
State vs national-12.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Buffalo management analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$57,23025TH$63,270MEDIAN$84,02075TH$108,58090TH$147,270

The middle 50% of workers earn between $63,270 and $108,580, with a median of $84,020.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    5 years or more

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.

  2. 02

    Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.

  3. 03

    Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.

  4. 04

    Document findings of study and prepare recommendations for implementation of new systems, procedures, or organizational changes.

  5. 05

    Plan study of work problems and procedures, such as organizational change, communications, information flow, integrated production methods, inventory control, or cost analysis.

  6. 06

    Interview personnel and conduct on-site observation to ascertain unit functions, work performed, and methods, equipment, and personnel used.

  7. 07

    Prepare manuals and train workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organizational policy.

  8. 08

    Review forms and reports and confer with management and users about format, distribution, and purpose, identifying problems and improvements.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Management Analysts in Buffalo, New York?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Management Analysts in the Buffalo metropolitan area is $84,020.
Does Buffalo pay more than the New York state average for Management Analysts?
The Buffalo metro median is -21.4% versus the New York state median of $106,930.
How does Buffalo compare to the national median for Management Analysts?
The Buffalo metro median is -12.1% versus the BLS national figure of $95,564.
What is the salary range for Management Analysts in Buffalo?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $57,230 and the 90th-percentile at $147,270 for the Buffalo metro area.
What education is required for Management Analysts?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Buffalo CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.