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Information Systems Operations Manager Salary in California

How much does an Information Systems Operations Manager make in California?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Systems Operations Manager in California is $156,850 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $187,876
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,100 to $173,090
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,208
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Information Systems Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $173,090 $14,424 $3,329 $83
Average $156,850 $13,071 $3,016 $75
25th Percentile $136,100 $11,342 $2,617 $65
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Key Factors That Influence Information Systems Operations Manager Salaries

An Information Systems Operations 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 Information Systems Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Information Systems Operations 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:

  • Collaboration Systems Specialist (7+ years): $126,521
  • Computer Support Operations Shift Supervisor (7+ years): $101,076
  • Computer Support Operations Supervisor (7+ years): $120,694
  • Information Systems Operations Manager (7+ years): $156,845
  • Computer Operations/Production Director (7+ years): $227,092
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Collaboration Systems Specialist7+ years$126,521
Computer Support Operations Shift Supervisor7+ years$101,076
Computer Support Operations Supervisor7+ years$120,694
Information Systems Operations Manager7+ years$156,845
Computer Operations/Production Director7+ years$227,092
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Top Paying Cities for Information Systems Operations 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: $157,120
  • West Hollywood: $157,010
  • Dodgertown: $157,120

Information Systems Operations Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Information Systems Operations Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $175,435. While startup companies pay approximate $148,366.

Information Systems Operations Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$148,366
Growth Stage51~500$156,920
Established501~5000$169,416
Enterprise5000+$175,435

Information Systems Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Information Systems Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Information Systems Operations Manager positions in Transportation or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Information Systems Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Information Systems Operations Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$188,220$90.020%
Pharmaceuticals$188,220$90.020%
Energy & Utilities$180,378$87.015%
Chemicals$172,535$83.010%
Financial Services$172,535$83.010%

Information Systems Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Information Systems Operations 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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$136,100
Average $156,850/year
$173,090
$11,342
Average $13,071/month
$14,424
$2,617
Average $3,016/week
$3,329
$65
Average $75/hour
$83
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $173,090 $14,424 $3,329 $83
Average $156,850 $13,071 $3,016 $75
25th Percentile $136,100 $11,342 $2,617 $65

Information Systems Operations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Information Systems Operations Manager
Computer Operations/Production Director

For an Information Systems Operations Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Computer Operations/Production Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $227,090 - a projected growth of 45% over your current level.

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