Surgical Services Operations Director Salary in California

How much does a Surgical Services Operations Director make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surgical Services Operations Director in California is $195,760 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $94.

However, a Surgical Services Operations Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $230,435
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $179,080 to $213,910
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $163,894
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Surgical Services Operations Director Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $213,910 $17,826 $4,114 $103
Average $195,760 $16,313 $3,765 $94
25th Percentile $179,080 $14,923 $3,444 $86
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Key Factors That Influence Surgical Services Operations Director Salaries

A Surgical Services Operations Director'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 Surgical Services Operations Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Surgical Services Operations Director'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $185,555
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $187,048
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $189,040
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $191,529
  • Expert (over 8 years): $194,018
Levels Salary
Entry Level Surgical Services Operations Director$185,555
Intermediate Level Surgical Services Operations Director$187,048
Senior Level Surgical Services Operations Director$189,040
Specialist Level Surgical Services Operations Director$191,529
Expert Level Surgical Services Operations Director$194,018
$185,555 0 yr
$187,048 < 2 yrs
$189,040 2-4 yrs
$191,529 5-8 yrs
$194,018 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Surgical Services Operations Directors

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: $196,100
  • West Hollywood: $195,960
  • Dodgertown: $196,100

Surgical Services Operations Director Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Surgical Services Operations Director salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $207,647. While startup companies pay approximate $176,945.

Surgical Services Operations Director Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$176,945
Growth Stage51~500$186,789
Established501~5000$200,857
Enterprise5000+$207,647

Surgical Services Operations Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Surgical Services Operations Director roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Surgical Services Operations Director positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Surgical Services Operations Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Surgical Services Operations Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$234,912$113.020%

Surgical Services Operations Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Surgical Services Operations Director'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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