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Operations Research Analysts salary in Oregon

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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 April 27, 2026
Median annual$99,250
Mean annual$101,650
Range (10th to 90th)$65,230 to $141,080
Oregon employment2,590
State vs national+6.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Oregon operations research analysts fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

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

10TH$65,23025TH$78,020MEDIAN$99,25075TH$127,10090TH$141,080

The middle 50% of workers earn between $78,020 and $127,100, with a median of $99,250.

Real disclosed salaries

Operations Research Analysts in Oregon: actual employer-disclosed pay

Public records from 22 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $158,448. 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 II — qualified3$87,651
Level III — experienced6$121,997
Level IV — fully competent9$172,216

Top employers filing for this role

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

EmployerMost-filed titleFilingsMedian
NIKE, Inc.Business Operations Analyst8$168,727
Tiger Analytics, Inc.Analytics Consultant3$165,000
adidas America, Inc.Manager Post Order Operations3$127,995
Ernst & Young U.S. LLPOperations Research Analysts - KBGFJG78350-182$256,500
NIKE USA Inc.SENIOR, DATA ANALYTICS1$147,865
Deloitte Consulting LLPManager1$103,418
Atlas Systems Inc.Operations Research Analyst1$110,000
adidas International, Inc.Senior Manager “ Supply Chain Management1$120,686
Intel CorporationOperations Research Engineer1$87,651
Oregon State UniversityScholarship and Analytics Manager1$63,357

Recent sample filings

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

  • Analytics Consultant at Tiger Analytics, Inc.
    $144,500
    BeavertonDecided Dec 29, 2025I-200-25353-496951
  • Operations Research Analysts - KBGFJG78350-18 at Ernst & Young U.S. LLP
    $263,000
    PortlandDecided Dec 2, 2025I-200-25328-431807
  • SENIOR, DATA ANALYTICS at NIKE USA Inc.
    $147,865
    BeavertonDecided Nov 25, 2025I-200-25322-417434
  • Business Operations Analyst at NIKE, Inc.
    $178,231
    BeavertonWage Level IIIDecided Aug 15, 2025I-200-25220-230848
  • Senior Data Analyst at NIKE, Inc.
    $153,470
    BeavertonWage Level IVDecided Jul 24, 2025I-200-25198-183609
  • Manager Post Order Operations at adidas America, Inc.
    $95,000
    PortlandWage Level IIDecided Jul 7, 2025I-200-25178-135914
  • Manager at Deloitte Consulting LLP
    $103,418
    HillsboroWage Level IIIDecided Jun 16, 2025I-200-25160-071353
  • Manager Digital Marketing Analytics at adidas America, Inc.
    $127,995
    PortlandWage Level IIIDecided Jun 13, 2025I-200-25157-063342

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.

By seniority

Operations Research Analysts pay by experience level in Oregon

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.

Pay by industry

Operations Research Analysts in Oregon, by industry

Median offered wage across 22 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Manufacturing leads with a median of $158,448.

IndustryLargest employerFilingsMedian offer
ManufacturingNIKE, Inc.14$158,448
Technology and softwareTiger Analytics, Inc.4$154,750
Professional servicesErnst & Young U.S. LLP3$250,000
EducationOregon State University1$63,357

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

Wage trend

Median annual wage in Oregon over the past 2 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2024 dollars.

Median annual wage, Oregon2023 to 2024
$97,0602023$99,2502024

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 Oregon?
According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Operations Research Analysts in Oregon is $99,250.
How does Oregon compare to the national median for Operations Research Analysts?
The Oregon median is +6.7% versus the BLS national figure of $93,011.
What is the salary range for Operations Research Analysts in Oregon?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $65,230 and the 90th-percentile at $141,080, 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.