What are the main factors that influence an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry's salary?

An Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry's salary grows with experience: an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry (0-2 years)earns $76,407, an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Experienced (2-4 years)earns $94,664, an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Senior (4-7 years)earns $109,032, an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Senior Specialist (7+ years)earns $125,253, an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Team Lead Expert (7-10 years)earns $146,692,

What are the highest paying states for an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry?

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry roles are District of Columbia $76,500, California $76,200, Massachusetts $75,200. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry roles make?

Salaries for Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry level roles vary by specialization: Operations Research Analysis Manager: $212,408; Operations Decision Research Analyst- Team Lead Expert: $132,500; Operations Research Analyst V: $132,489; Operations Decision Research Analyst- Senior Specialist: $113,200; Operations Research Analyst IV: $113,126.

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Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry in District of Columbia is $76,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,357
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,600 to $84,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,228

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Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,800	$7,067	$1,631	$41
Average	$76,500	$6,375	$1,471	$37
25th Percentile	$70,600	$5,883	$1,358	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salaries

An Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry (0-2 years): $76,407
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Experienced (2-4 years): $94,664
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Senior (4-7 years): $109,032
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Senior Specialist (7+ years): $125,253
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Team Lead Expert (7-10 years): $146,692

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry	0-2 years	$76,407
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Experienced	2-4 years	$94,664
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Senior	4-7 years	$109,032
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Senior Specialist	7+ years	$125,253
Operations Decision Research Analyst- Team Lead Expert	7-10 years	$146,692

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How Do Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $76,500.
California: $76,200.
Massachusetts: $75,200.

District of Columbia $76,500 California $76,200 Massachusetts $75,200 Washington $74,900 New Jersey $74,800 Alaska $74,800 Connecticut $73,800 New York $73,400

Hawaii $72,200 Rhode Island $71,600 Maryland $71,200 Minnesota $70,700 Colorado $70,500 Illinois $70,400 Oregon $70,100 Delaware $69,900

New Hampshire $69,800 Virginia $69,500 Pennsylvania $68,700 Nevada $68,300 North Dakota $68,200 Michigan $68,000 Wisconsin $67,900 Vermont $67,800

Texas $67,400 Arizona $67,300 Maine $67,300 Ohio $67,200 Georgia $66,600 Indiana $66,300 Wyoming $66,200 Utah $66,100

Iowa $66,100 Kansas $65,800 Louisiana $65,700 North Carolina $65,600 Missouri $65,600 Florida $65,300 Montana $65,200 Nebraska $65,100

Kentucky $65,000 South Carolina $64,700 Tennessee $64,500 Idaho $64,500 New Mexico $64,000 Oklahoma $63,900 Alabama $63,400 South Dakota $62,800

Arkansas $62,400 West Virginia $62,200 Mississippi $61,600

Top Paying Cities for Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entries

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $76,000
Washington: $76,000
Naval Anacost Annex: $76,000

Parcel Return Service, DC $76,000 Washington, DC $76,000 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $76,000 Washington Navy Yard, DC $76,000

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $85,565. While startup companies pay approximate $72,362.

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$72,362
Growth Stage	51~500	$76,534
Established	501~5000	$82,629
Enterprise	5000+	$85,565

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry positions in Insurance or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$107,100	$51.0	40%
Biotechnology	$103,275	$50.0	35%
Business Services	$99,450	$48.0	30%
Chemicals	$95,625	$46.0	25%
Construction	$91,800	$44.0	20%

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$70,600

Average $76,500/year

$84,800

$5,883

Average $6,375/month

$7,067

$1,358

Average $1,471/week

$1,631

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Average $37/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$84,800	$7,067	$1,631	$41
Average	$76,500	$6,375	$1,471	$37
25th Percentile	$70,600	$5,883	$1,358	$34

Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Operations Decision Research Analyst- Entry, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Operations Decision Research Analyst- Experienced role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $94,700 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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