What are the main factors that influence a Network Operations Director's salary?

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

How does experience change A Network Operations Director's salary?

A Network Operations Director's salary grows with experience: a Network Operations Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $118,895, a Network Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $136,153, a Network Operations Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $160,611, a Network Operations Director (5+ years)earns $189,470,

What are the highest paying states for a Network Operations Director?

Network Operations Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Network Operations Director roles are District of Columbia $207,150, California $206,365, Massachusetts $203,614. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Network Operations Director roles make?

Salaries for Network Operations Director level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Network Operations: $199,371; Network Operations and Administration Director: $187,100; Network Service Director: $174,466; Network Operations Senior Manager: $158,597; Provider Network Contract Operations Director: $157,300.

Network Operations Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Network Operations Director make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Network Operations Director in Delaware is $189,470 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $91.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $231,471
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $174,450 to $211,455
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $160,774

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Network Operations Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$211,455	$17,621	$4,066	$102
Average	$189,470	$15,789	$3,644	$91
25th Percentile	$174,450	$14,537	$3,355	$84

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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): $118,895
Network Operations Manager (5+ years): $136,153
Network Operations Senior Manager (5+ years): $160,611
Network Operations Director (5+ years): $189,470

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Network Operations Supervisor	3-5 years	$118,895
Network Operations Manager	5+ years	$136,153
Network Operations Senior Manager	5+ years	$160,611
Network Operations Director	5+ years	$189,470

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How Do Network Operations Director 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 Network Operations Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $207,150.
California: $206,365.
Massachusetts: $203,614.

District of Columbia $207,150 California $206,365 Massachusetts $203,614 Washington $202,866 New Jersey $202,791 Alaska $202,529 Connecticut $199,947 New York $198,900

Hawaii $195,551 Rhode Island $193,979 Maryland $192,913 Minnesota $191,453 Colorado $190,892 Illinois $190,705 Oregon $189,994 Delaware $189,470

New Hampshire $189,141 Virginia $188,404 Pennsylvania $186,252 Nevada $185,167 North Dakota $184,811 Michigan $184,250 Wisconsin $184,044 Vermont $183,633

Texas $182,491 Maine $182,417 Arizona $182,304 Ohio $182,173 Georgia $180,452 Indiana $179,592 Wyoming $179,423 Utah $179,161

Iowa $179,049 Kansas $178,151 Louisiana $177,889 North Carolina $177,795 Missouri $177,758 Florida $177,028 Montana $176,635 Nebraska $176,261

Kentucky $176,055 South Carolina $175,307 Tennessee $174,839 Idaho $174,652 New Mexico $173,286 Oklahoma $172,987 Alabama $171,883 South Dakota $170,031

Arkansas $169,021 West Virginia $168,478 Mississippi $166,850

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:

Lincoln: $196,093
Little Creek: $194,278
Magnolia: $195,083

Lincoln, DE $196,093 Little Creek, DE $194,278 Magnolia, DE $195,083 Milford, DE $196,093 Marydel, DE $193,549 Millsboro, DE $196,093 Millville, DE $197,403 Milton, DE $196,093

Nassau, DE $196,093 Ocean View, DE $197,403 Rehoboth Beach, DE $197,403 Seaford, DE $194,035 Selbyville, DE $197,403 Smyrna, DE $193,324 Viola, DE $195,083 Woodside, DE $194,522

Bear, DE $191,902 Newark, DE $191,977 Claymont, DE $192,127 Delaware City, DE $191,977 Hockessin, DE $192,127 Kirkwood, DE $191,977 Middletown, DE $192,931 Montchanin, DE $192,127

New Castle, DE $192,127 Odessa, DE $193,193 Port Penn, DE $191,453 Rockland, DE $192,127 Saint Georges, DE $191,977 Townsend, DE $192,913 Winterthur, DE $192,127 Lewes, DE $196,093

Wilmington, DE $192,127 Dover, DE $194,185 Dover Afb, DE $194,634 Bethany Beach, DE $197,403 Bethel, DE $194,035 Bridgeville, DE $196,093 Camden Wyoming, DE $194,391 Cheswold, DE $193,736

Clayton, DE $193,249 Dagsboro, DE $197,403 Delmar, DE $194,035 Ellendale, DE $196,093 Felton, DE $196,093 Fenwick Island, DE $197,403 Frankford, DE $197,403 Frederica, DE $196,093

Georgetown, DE $196,093 Greenwood, DE $196,093 Harbeson, DE $196,093 Harrington, DE $196,093 Hartly, DE $193,156 Houston, DE $196,093 Kenton, DE $193,249 Laurel, DE $194,035

Yorklyn, DE $192,127

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.

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$174,450

Average $189,470/year

$211,455

$14,537

Average $15,789/month

$17,621

$3,355

Average $3,644/week

$4,066

$84

Average $91/hour

$102

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$211,455	$17,621	$4,066	$102
Average	$189,470	$15,789	$3,644	$91
25th Percentile	$174,450	$14,537	$3,355	$84

Network Operations Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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