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Management Analysts
SOC 13-1111 · Business, Finance, Sales & Administration
jobs in Hamilton County, 2026
estimated openings each year
median pay in Hamilton County
projected job growth
Source: Lightcast Q1 2026 occupation snapshot, Hamilton County, IN.
What this job pays in the Indianapolis area
Half of workers earn more than the median, half earn less. The range below runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile.
| Point in the range | Per year | Per hour |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $60,300 | $28.99 |
| 25th percentile | $72,630 | $34.92 |
| Median (middle) | $97,020 | $46.65 |
| 75th percentile | $124,200 | $59.71 |
| 90th percentile | $153,490 | $73.79 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 release, Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood MSA. Hamilton County employers often pay above the metro median for skilled roles. "Not published" means the federal source suppressed or top-coded that value.
What you need to get started
Most common education: A bachelor's degree (a 4-year college program).
How much preparation: A lot of preparation. Usually a four-year degree or several years of experience.
Source: O*NET database, U.S. Department of Labor (2021-2023 vintages).
Where this role can lead
Upward moves documented from real job changes in this region, with how pay typically changes.
| Occupation | Match score | Monthly postings | Typical pay change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analysts | 93 of 100 | 86.2 | -$9,088 per year |
| Data Scientists | 86 of 100 | 181.6 | +$17,619 per year |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 84 of 100 | 27.1 | -$7,143 per year |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | 83 of 100 | 22.8 | +$62,124 per year |
| Database Architects | 81 of 100 | 62.5 | +$23,142 per year |
| Managers, All Other | 80 of 100 | 182.1 | -$7,835 per year |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | 79 of 100 | 273.2 | +$29,657 per year |
| Financial Risk Specialists | 79 of 100 | 22.5 | +$28,479 per year |
Common paths into this role
Jobs people often hold before moving into Management Analysts.
| Occupation | Match score | Monthly postings | Typical pay change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Systems Analysts | 93 of 100 | 86.2 | -$9,088 per year |
| Operations Research Analysts | 89 of 100 | 21.2 | -$12,073 per year |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 84 of 100 | 27.1 | -$7,143 per year |
| Managers, All Other | 80 of 100 | 182.1 | -$7,835 per year |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | 77 of 100 | 143.6 | +$2,222 per year |
| General and Operations Managers | 76 of 100 | 340.8 | -$9,874 per year |
| Compliance Officers | 76 of 100 | 88.2 | -$21,022 per year |
| Computer Programmers | 76 of 100 | 8.8 | -$13,139 per year |
Source: Lightcast Career Pathways, Q1 2026, Indianapolis MSA (network built July 2026 from 64 exports).
Local training that can get you there
- Ivy Tech Community College
Post-secondary
Associate degrees, certificates, workforce credentials across IT, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, business, skilled trades. - The Pursuit Institute (TPI)
K-12 CTE
K-12 CTE consortium serving all 6 Hamilton County school corps. 9 career pathways, 15 TPI-managed programs, 450+ courses. Advanced manufacturing, healthcare, business/finance, education, agriculture, info tech, hospitality, engineering.
Source: IHC program registry, curated April 2026. Programs decide their own eligibility and enrollment.