Operations Research Analysis Manager Salary in California

How much does an Operations Research Analysis Manager make in California?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Research Analysis Manager in California is $234,174 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $113.

However, an Operations Research Analysis Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $289,735
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $211,327 to $263,256
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $190,527
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Operations Research Analysis Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $263,256 $21,938 $5,063 $127
Average $234,174 $19,514 $4,503 $113
25th Percentile $211,327 $17,611 $4,064 $102
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Key Factors That Influence Operations Research Analysis Manager Salaries

An Operations Research Analysis Manager'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 Research Analysis Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operations Research Analysis Manager'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 Research Analyst III (4-7 years): $108,611
  • Operations Research Analyst IV (7+ years): $124,759
  • Operations Research Analyst V (7-10 years): $146,151
  • Operations Research Analysis Supervisor (10+ years): $157,247
  • Operations Research Analysis Manager (10+ years): $234,174
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Operations Research Analyst III4-7 years$108,611
Operations Research Analyst IV7+ years$124,759
Operations Research Analyst V7-10 years$146,151
Operations Research Analysis Supervisor10+ years$157,247
Operations Research Analysis Manager10+ years$234,174
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Top Paying Cities for Operations Research Analysis Managers

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:

  • Los Angeles: $234,577
  • West Hollywood: $234,407
  • Dodgertown: $234,575

Operations Research Analysis Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operations Research Analysis Manager'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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$211,327
Average $234,174/year
$263,256
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Average $113/hour
$127
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $263,256 $21,938 $5,063 $127
Average $234,174 $19,514 $4,503 $113
25th Percentile $211,327 $17,611 $4,064 $102

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