What are the main factors that influence a Gas System Operator IV's salary?

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

How does experience change A Gas System Operator 's salary?

A Gas System Operator 's salary grows with experience: a Gas System Operator II (1-3 years)earns $63,375, a Gas System Operator III (3-5 years)earns $71,823, a Gas System Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $79,037, a Gas System Operations Team Leader (7+ years)earns $115,058, a Gas System Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $116,088,

What are the highest paying states for a Gas System Operator IV?

Gas System Operator IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Gas System Operator IV roles are District of Columbia $86,500, California $86,100, Massachusetts $85,000. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Gas System Operator roles make?

Salaries for Gas System Operator level roles vary by specialization: Senior Power System Operator: $108,300; Gas Plant Operator IV: $78,046; Power System Operator: $75,700; Gas System Operator III: $71,000; Gas Plant Operator III: $70,922.

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Gas System Operator IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Gas System Operator IV make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Gas System Operator IV in Delaware is $79,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Gas System Operator IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,193
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,100 to $87,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,637

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Gas System Operator IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,000	$7,250	$1,673	$42
Average	$79,100	$6,592	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$73,100	$6,092	$1,406	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Gas System Operator IV Salaries

A Gas System Operator IV'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 Gas System Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Gas System Operator IV'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:

Gas System Operator II (1-3 years): $63,375
Gas System Operator III (3-5 years): $71,823
Gas System Operator IV (5-7 years): $79,037
Gas System Operations Team Leader (7+ years): $115,058
Gas System Operations Supervisor (7+ years): $116,088

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Gas System Operator II	1-3 years	$63,375
Gas System Operator III	3-5 years	$71,823
Gas System Operator IV	5-7 years	$79,037
Gas System Operations Team Leader	7+ years	$115,058
Gas System Operations Supervisor	7+ years	$116,088

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How Do Gas System Operator IV 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 Gas System Operator IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,500.
California: $86,100.
Massachusetts: $85,000.

District of Columbia $86,500 California $86,100 Massachusetts $85,000 Washington $84,700 New Jersey $84,600 Alaska $84,500 Connecticut $83,500 New York $83,000

Hawaii $81,600 Rhode Island $81,000 Maryland $80,500 Minnesota $79,900 Colorado $79,700 Illinois $79,600 Oregon $79,300 Delaware $79,100

New Hampshire $78,900 Virginia $78,600 Pennsylvania $77,700 Nevada $77,300 North Dakota $77,100 Michigan $76,900 Wisconsin $76,800 Vermont $76,700

Texas $76,200 Arizona $76,100 Maine $76,100 Ohio $76,000 Georgia $75,300 Indiana $75,000 Wyoming $74,900 Utah $74,800

Iowa $74,700 Kansas $74,400 Louisiana $74,300 North Carolina $74,200 Missouri $74,200 Florida $73,900 Montana $73,700 Nebraska $73,600

Kentucky $73,500 South Carolina $73,200 Tennessee $73,000 Idaho $72,900 New Mexico $72,300 Oklahoma $72,200 Alabama $71,800 South Dakota $71,000

Arkansas $70,600 West Virginia $70,300 Mississippi $69,700

Top Paying Cities for Gas System Operator IVs

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:

Lincoln: $78,700
Little Creek: $79,300
Magnolia: $79,200

Lincoln, DE $78,700 Little Creek, DE $79,300 Magnolia, DE $79,200 Milford, DE $78,900 Marydel, DE $79,100 Millsboro, DE $78,400 Millville, DE $78,500 Milton, DE $78,700

Nassau, DE $78,700 Ocean View, DE $78,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $78,700 Seaford, DE $78,700 Selbyville, DE $78,400 Smyrna, DE $79,400 Viola, DE $79,000 Woodside, DE $79,200

Bear, DE $79,000 Newark, DE $79,000 Claymont, DE $79,200 Delaware City, DE $79,100 Hockessin, DE $79,000 Kirkwood, DE $79,100 Middletown, DE $79,100 Montchanin, DE $79,000

New Castle, DE $79,000 Odessa, DE $79,100 Port Penn, DE $79,200 Rockland, DE $79,000 Saint Georges, DE $79,100 Townsend, DE $79,200 Winterthur, DE $79,000 Lewes, DE $78,700

Wilmington, DE $79,000 Dover, DE $79,300 Dover Afb, DE $78,900 Bethany Beach, DE $78,400 Bethel, DE $78,500 Bridgeville, DE $78,700 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,100 Cheswold, DE $79,300

Clayton, DE $79,300 Dagsboro, DE $78,400 Delmar, DE $78,200 Ellendale, DE $78,500 Felton, DE $78,900 Fenwick Island, DE $78,400 Frankford, DE $78,300 Frederica, DE $79,000

Georgetown, DE $78,300 Greenwood, DE $78,700 Harbeson, DE $78,400 Harrington, DE $78,800 Hartly, DE $79,100 Houston, DE $78,700 Kenton, DE $79,300 Laurel, DE $78,300

Yorklyn, DE $79,000

Gas System Operator IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Gas System Operator IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $92,050. While startup companies pay approximate $77,917.

Gas System Operator IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$77,917
Growth Stage	51~500	$82,384
Established	501~5000	$88,920
Enterprise	5000+	$92,050

Gas System Operator IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Gas System Operator IV'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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$73,100

Average $79,100/year

$87,000

$6,092

Average $6,592/month

$7,250

$1,406

Average $1,521/week

$1,673

$35

Average $38/hour

$42

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$87,000	$7,250	$1,673	$42
Average	$79,100	$6,592	$1,521	$38
25th Percentile	$73,100	$6,092	$1,406	$35

Gas System Operator IV Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Gas System Operator IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Gas System Operations Team Leader role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $115,100 - a projected growth of 46% over your current level.

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