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How much does Optimization Analyst make?
Total pay range
$77K - $129K/yr
$100K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$68K - $112K/yrBase pay
$9K - $17K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025126 Salaries submitted
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Top paying industries
The top 3 paying industries for Optimization Analyst in United States are Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $147,523, Information Technology with a median total pay of $97,378 and Financial Services with a median total pay of $87,665.
Management & Consulting
The top paying company in Management & Consulting for Optimization Analyst is McKinsey & Company.
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What is the pay outlook for Research & Science?
Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Frequently asked questions about Optimization Analyst salaries
The average salary for Optimization Analyst is $99,542 per year or $48 per hour, with top earners making up to $163,295 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $77,037 (25th percentile) to $129,463 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 126 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Optimization Analyst employees.
The highest salary for Optimization Analyst is $129,463 per year, $10,789 per month or $62 per hour.
The lowest salary for Optimization Analyst is $77,037 per year, $6,420 per month or $37 per hour.
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