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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Operations Research Analysts salary in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Minneapolis 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$92,840
Mean annual$98,430
Range (10th to 90th)$60,490 to $135,030
Minneapolis, Minnesota employment1,160
State vs national-0.2% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Minneapolis operations research analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$60,49025TH$76,780MEDIAN$92,84075TH$109,78090TH$135,030

The middle 50% of workers earn between $76,780 and $109,780, with a median of $92,840.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Mathematical Reasoning

    Ability

    4.8 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Basic skill

    4.5 / 5
  • Number Facility

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.3 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.1 / 5
  • Deductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Formulate mathematical or simulation models of problems, relating constants and variables, restrictions, alternatives, conflicting objectives, and their numerical parameters.

  2. 02

    Perform validation and testing of models to ensure adequacy, and reformulate models, as necessary.

  3. 03

    Collaborate with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives.

  4. 04

    Present the results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to management or other end users.

  5. 05

    Collaborate with others in the organization to ensure successful implementation of chosen problem solutions.

  6. 06

    Analyze information obtained from management to conceptualize and define operational problems.

  7. 07

    Study and analyze information about alternative courses of action to determine which plan will offer the best outcomes.

  8. 08

    Prepare management reports defining and evaluating problems and recommending solutions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Operations Research Analysts in Minneapolis, Minnesota?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Operations Research Analysts in the Minneapolis metropolitan area is $92,840.
Does Minneapolis pay more than the Minnesota state average for Operations Research Analysts?
The Minneapolis metro median is +4.0% versus the Minnesota state median of $89,240.
How does Minneapolis compare to the national median for Operations Research Analysts?
The Minneapolis metro median is -0.2% versus the BLS national figure of $93,011.
What is the salary range for Operations Research Analysts in Minneapolis?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $60,490 and the 90th-percentile at $135,030 for the Minneapolis metro area.
What education is required for Operations Research 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 Minneapolis 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.