What are the main factors that influence an Information Systems Operations Manager's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Information Systems Operations Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Information Systems Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Information Systems Operations Manager's salary?

An Information Systems Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Collaboration Systems Specialist (7+ years)earns $127,002, an Computer Support Operations Shift Supervisor (7+ years)earns $101,460, an Computer Support Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $121,153, a Information Systems Operations Manager (7+ years)earns $157,443, a Computer Operations/Production Director (7+ years)earns $227,957,

What are the highest paying states for an Information Systems Operations Manager?

Information Systems Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Information Systems Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $157,450, California $156,850, Massachusetts $154,760. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Information Systems Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Information Systems Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Information Systems Operations Director: $205,876; Information Systems Security Senior Manager: $185,544; Information Systems Auditing Senior Manager: $175,740; Information Systems (IS) Senior Manager: $165,800; Clinical Information Systems Senior Manager: $155,900.

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Information Systems Operations Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Information Systems Operations Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Information Systems Operations Manager in District of Columbia is $157,450 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $188,571
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,620 to $173,740
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,655

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Information Systems Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,740	$14,478	$3,341	$84
Average	$157,450	$13,121	$3,028	$76
25th Percentile	$136,620	$11,385	$2,627	$66

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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): $127,002
Computer Support Operations Shift Supervisor (7+ years): $101,460
Computer Support Operations Supervisor (7+ years): $121,153
Information Systems Operations Manager (7+ years): $157,443
Computer Operations/Production Director (7+ years): $227,957

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Collaboration Systems Specialist	7+ years	$127,002
Computer Support Operations Shift Supervisor	7+ years	$101,460
Computer Support Operations Supervisor	7+ years	$121,153
Information Systems Operations Manager	7+ years	$157,443
Computer Operations/Production Director	7+ years	$227,957

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How Do Information Systems Operations Manager 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 Information Systems Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $157,450.
California: $156,850.
Massachusetts: $154,760.

District of Columbia $157,450 California $156,850 Massachusetts $154,760 Washington $154,190 New Jersey $154,130 Alaska $153,940 Connecticut $151,970 New York $151,180

Hawaii $148,630 Rhode Island $147,440 Maryland $146,630 Minnesota $145,520 Colorado $145,090 Illinois $144,950 Oregon $144,410 Delaware $144,010

New Hampshire $143,760 Virginia $143,200 Pennsylvania $141,560 Nevada $140,740 North Dakota $140,470 Michigan $140,040 Wisconsin $139,890 Vermont $139,570

Texas $138,710 Maine $138,650 Arizona $138,560 Ohio $138,460 Georgia $137,160 Indiana $136,500 Wyoming $136,370 Utah $136,170

Iowa $136,090 Kansas $135,410 Louisiana $135,210 North Carolina $135,140 Missouri $135,110 Florida $134,550 Montana $134,260 Nebraska $133,970

Kentucky $133,810 South Carolina $133,250 Tennessee $132,890 Idaho $132,750 New Mexico $131,710 Oklahoma $131,480 Alabama $130,640 South Dakota $129,240

Arkansas $128,470 West Virginia $128,060 Mississippi $126,820

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:

Parcel Return Service: $156,590
Washington: $156,590
Naval Anacost Annex: $156,590

Parcel Return Service, DC $156,590 Washington, DC $156,590 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $156,590 Washington Navy Yard, DC $156,590

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 $176,107. While startup companies pay approximate $148,934.

Information Systems Operations Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$148,934
Growth Stage	51~500	$157,520
Established	501~5000	$170,065
Enterprise	5000+	$176,107

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	$188,940	$91.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$188,940	$91.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$181,068	$87.0	15%
Chemicals	$173,195	$83.0	10%
Financial Services	$173,195	$83.0	10%

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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$136,620

Average $157,450/year

$173,740

$11,385

Average $13,121/month

$14,478

$2,627

Average $3,028/week

$3,341

$66

Average $76/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,740	$14,478	$3,341	$84
Average	$157,450	$13,121	$3,028	$76
25th Percentile	$136,620	$11,385	$2,627	$66

Information Systems Operations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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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 $227,990 - a projected growth of 45% over your current level.

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