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Operations Research Analysts salary in Missouri

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Median, range, employment, and 10-year outlook from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, with skills and task data from O*NET. Cost-of-living adjustment from BEA Regional Price Parities.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Last refreshed: Jun 12, 2026

Operations Research Analysts in Missouri. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →

Median annual$62,380
Mean annual$74,620
Range (10th to 90th)$49,180 to $116,980
Missouri employment1,190
State vs national-30.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Missouri operations research analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$49,18025TH$54,830MEDIAN$62,38075TH$91,03090TH$116,980

The middle 50% of workers earn between $54,830 and $91,030, with a median of $62,380.

Real disclosed salaries

Operations Research Analysts in Missouri: actual employer-disclosed pay

Public records from 63 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $109,600. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.

By DOL wage level

DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.

LevelFilingsMedian offer
Level I — entry7$62,630
Level II — qualified15$109,600
Level III — experienced13$98,280
Level IV — fully competent28$130,640

Top employers filing for this role

Companies with the most certified filings for Operations Research Analysts in Missouri. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.

EmployerMost-filed titleFilingsMedian
KFORCE INC.ADVANCED BUSINESS ANALYST8$94,234
Bayer Research and Development Services LLCData Scientist6$123,200
Bayer CropScience LPBus Intelligence Data Developer5$130,000
Bayer U.S. LLCSenior Data Scientist5$157,124
Bayer CropScience LLCBusiness Intelligence Visualization Engineer3$132,750
Deloitte Consulting LLPSenior Consultant3$56,534
The Curators of the University of MissouriResearch project analyst lead3$65,000
Bunge North America, Inc.Commercial Data Engineer2$113,900
Bunge Oils, Inc.Director Global Commercial Tools, Insights & Enabl2$189,902
Climate LLCData Analyst II2$121,098

Recent sample filings

A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.

  • Operations Analyst at Saint Louis Wholesale Foods Inc
    $60,000
    St LouisWage Level IIDecided Mar 17, 2026I-200-26069-692549
  • Director Global Commercial Tools, Insights & Enabl at Bunge Oils, Inc.
    $189,902
    ChesterfieldWage Level IVDecided Mar 13, 2026I-200-26065-686217
  • ADVANCED BUSINESS ANALYST at KFORCE INC.
    $90,189
    KANSAS CITYWage Level IIIDecided Feb 23, 2026I-200-26044-641249
  • Principal Operations Research Analyst at PCI Energy Solutions
    $100,000
    St. CharlesWage Level IVDecided Feb 10, 2026I-200-26034-616188
  • Business Intelligence Visualization Engineer at Bayer CropScience LLC
    $133,528
    St. LouisWage Level IVDecided Feb 5, 2026I-200-26029-603589
  • Consultant at World Wide Technology Holding Company, LLC
    $132,500
    Maryland HeightsWage Level IIDecided Jan 28, 2026I-200-26021-575991
  • Senior Data Analyst at Bayer CropScience LLC
    $111,172
    St. LouisWage Level IIIDecided Jan 23, 2026I-200-26015-563296
  • Associate at LatentView Analytics Corporation
    $105,928
    SpringfieldWage Level IIIDecided Jan 2, 2026I-200-25357-505813

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.

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By seniority

Operations Research Analysts pay by experience level in Missouri

Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.

Specialties

Operations Research Analysts specialties in Missouri

Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 26 certified offers. The most common variant is ADVANCED BUSINESS ANALYST at a median of $94,234.

SpecialtyTop employerFilingsMedian offer
ADVANCED BUSINESS ANALYSTKFORCE INC.8$94,234
Data ScientistBayer Research and Development Services LLC8$138,946
Senior ConsultantDeloitte Consulting LLP4$83,067
Data AnalystBayer CropScience LLC3$105,878
Research project analyst leadThe Curators of the University of Missouri3$65,000

Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.

Pay by industry

Operations Research Analysts in Missouri, by industry

Median offered wage across 63 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $110,636.

IndustryLargest employerFilingsMedian offer
Professional servicesKFORCE INC.34$110,636
ManufacturingBayer U.S. LLC11$126,675
EducationThe Curators of the University of Missouri4$63,815
Finance and insuranceBunge Oils, Inc.4$163,851
Technology and softwarePCI Energy Solutions4$116,250
Retail and wholesaleSaint Louis Wholesale Foods Inc3$60,000
Government and public sectorCareSource Management Services, LLC1$131,280
Transportation and logisticsVAJ, LLC1$80,000
HealthcareMHM Support Services1$82,266

Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Missouri over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.

Median annual wage, Missouri2023 to 2025
$53,6002023$55,6402024$62,3802025

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.

10-year outlook

Growth 2024 → 2034

+21.5%

Projected annual openings

BLS outlook

Growing much faster than average

Source: BLS Employment Projections, 20242034 cycle.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Operations Research Analysts in Missouri?
According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Operations Research Analysts in Missouri is $62,380.
How does Missouri compare to the national median for Operations Research Analysts?
The Missouri median is -30.4% versus the BLS national figure of $89,686.
What is the salary range for Operations Research Analysts in Missouri?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $49,180 and the 90th-percentile at $116,980, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
Is Operations Research Analysts a growing field?
BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 21.5% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
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. Wage data reflects BLS estimates 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.