Industry Benchmark Matrix · 2026
Official BLS OEWS Survey Data
Business Operations Salary Directory
Data updated · Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025 · Methodology
Comprehensive 2026 economic wage and compensation benchmarks for Business Operations careers.
Industry Median Wage
$94,535
Annual Statutory Base
Top-Paying Role
Project Management Specialist
$102,320 / year
Typical Work Year
2,080 hrs
40 hrs / week standard
Specialties Benchmarked
4 Occupations
BLS Standard SOC Codes
Industry Sectors
Comparative Wage Percentiles & Hourly Breakdown
Official BLS OEWS distribution across entry (10th), junior (25th), median (50th), and senior/master (90th) tiers.
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| Occupation & Code | Entry (10th %) | National Median (50th %) | Top Tier (90th %) | Median Hourly | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Project Management Specialist
SOC 13-1082 · Business Operations
|
$61,580 | $102,320 | $167,970 | $49.19/hr | Profile |
|
Management Analyst
SOC 13-1111 · Business Operations
|
$60,640 | $101,860 | $171,640 | $48.97/hr | Profile |
|
Budget Analyst
SOC 13-2031 · Business Operations
|
$62,250 | $91,640 | $136,660 | $44.06/hr | Profile |
|
Logistician
SOC 13-1081 · Business Operations
|
$50,890 | $82,320 | $133,160 | $39.58/hr | Profile |
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Business Operations Salary Directory Overview
2026 BLS OEWS wage benchmarks for Business Operations careers: national median pay, 10th to 90th percentile distributions & the top paying metropolitan. Official 2026 economic data for Business Operations compiled from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS surveys, HUD Fair Market Rents, and statutory tax codes.