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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Real Estate Operations Manager in California is $140,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.
However, a Real Estate Operations Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $159,400 | $13,283 | $3,065 | $77 |
| Average | $140,500 | $11,708 | $2,702 | $68 |
| 25th Percentile | $131,000 | $10,917 | $2,519 | $63 |
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A Real Estate 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Real Estate 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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Real Estate Analyst V | 7-10 years | $166,466 |
| Real Estate Operations Supervisor | 10+ years | $102,947 |
| Real Estate Operations Manager | 10+ years | $140,419 |
| Real Estate Operations Senior Manager | 10+ years | $153,734 |
| Real Estate Operations Director | 10+ years | $168,724 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Real Estate Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Real Estate Operations Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $155,637. While startup companies pay approximate $131,685.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $131,685 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $139,267 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $150,301 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $155,637 |
For Real Estate Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 125% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 45% above the average. In contrast, Real Estate Operations Manager positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Real Estate Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $203,725 | $98.0 | 45% |
| Financial Services | $182,650 | $88.0 | 30% |
| Energy & Utilities | $175,625 | $84.0 | 25% |
| Telecom | $168,600 | $81.0 | 20% |
| Biotechnology | $157,360 | $76.0 | 12% |
Understanding how a Real Estate 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $159,400 | $13,283 | $3,065 | $77 |
| Average | $140,500 | $11,708 | $2,702 | $68 |
| 25th Percentile | $131,000 | $10,917 | $2,519 | $63 |
For a Real Estate Operations Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Real Estate Operations Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $153,790 - a projected growth of 9% over your current level.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Real Estate Operations Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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