Hourly Wage for Network Operations Director Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Network Operations Director?

As of March 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Network Operations Director in the United States is $90, which translates to an annual salary of about $187,072.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $110 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83 to $100 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76 per hour
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Network Operations Director Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
Pay
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Wage
75th Percentile $208,781 $17,398 $4,015 $100
Average $187,072 $15,589 $3,598 $90
25th Percentile $172,227 $14,352 $3,312 $83
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Key Factors That Influence Network Operations Director Salaries

A Network 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 Network Operations Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Network 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:

  • Network Operations Supervisor (3-5 years): $117,400
  • Network Operations Manager (5+ years): $134,445
  • Network Operations Senior Manager (5+ years): $158,589
  • Network Operations Director (5+ years): $187,072
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Network Operations Supervisor3-5 years$117,400
Network Operations Manager5+ years$134,445
Network Operations Senior Manager5+ years$158,589
Network Operations Director5+ years$187,072
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Top Paying Cities for Network 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:

  • San Jose: $235,954
  • San Francisco: $233,634
  • Oakland: $228,452

Network Operations Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Network 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 March 01, 2026

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FAQ about Network Operations Director

1. What are the responsibilities of Network Operations Director?

Directs the overall operations of the organization's network infrastructure, including hardware, software, security, and services, to ensure it meets the organization's performance objectives. Establishes policies and procedures that ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, minimize downtime, and support efficient operations. Develops network administrators and technicians with training in the best practices and technologies. Leads troubleshooting and resolution of significant network issues and conducts root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent recurrences and identify potential technological, training, or process improvements. Manages budgets to ensure required tools and equipment are procured and maintained. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or it. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.

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