What are the main factors that influence an Operating Room Supervisor's salary?

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

How does experience change An Operating Room Supervisor's salary?

An Operating Room Supervisor's salary grows with experience: starting around $108,922 for beginners, reaching about $110,777 at mid-level, and approach $117,733 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Operating Room Supervisor?

Operating Room Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operating Room Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $121,903, California $121,440, Massachusetts $119,822. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operating Room Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Operating Room Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Operating Room Director: $173,273; Operating Room Manager: $110,051; Rn Operating Room: $89,291; Operating Room Aide: $89,084; Operating Room Nurse: $88,900.

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Operating Room Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operating Room Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operating Room Supervisor in Delaware is $111,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

However, an Operating Room Supervisor's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,419
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $104,595 to $128,207
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,309

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Operating Room Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,207	$10,684	$2,466	$62
Average	$111,498	$9,292	$2,144	$54
25th Percentile	$104,595	$8,716	$2,011	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Operating Room Supervisor Salaries

An Operating Room Supervisor'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 Operating Room Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operating Room Supervisor'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): $108,922
Early Career (1-2 years): $109,231
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,777
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,738
Expert (over 8 years): $117,733

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Operating Room Supervisor	$108,922
Intermediate Level Operating Room Supervisor	$109,231
Senior Level Operating Room Supervisor	$110,777
Specialist Level Operating Room Supervisor	$115,738
Expert Level Operating Room Supervisor	$117,733

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How Do Operating Room Supervisor 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 Operating Room Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $121,903.
California: $121,440.
Massachusetts: $119,822.

District of Columbia $121,903 California $121,440 Massachusetts $119,822 Washington $119,381 New Jersey $119,337 Alaska $119,183 Connecticut $117,664 New York $117,047

Hawaii $115,077 Rhode Island $114,152 Maryland $113,524 Minnesota $112,665 Colorado $112,335 Illinois $112,225 Oregon $111,807 Delaware $111,498

New Hampshire $111,304 Virginia $110,871 Pennsylvania $109,605 Nevada $108,966 North Dakota $108,757 Michigan $108,426 Wisconsin $108,305 Vermont $108,063

Texas $107,392 Maine $107,348 Arizona $107,281 Ohio $107,204 Georgia $106,191 Indiana $105,685 Wyoming $105,586 Utah $105,432

Iowa $105,366 Kansas $104,837 Louisiana $104,683 North Carolina $104,628 Missouri $104,606 Florida $104,177 Montana $103,945 Nebraska $103,725

Kentucky $103,604 South Carolina $103,164 Tennessee $102,888 Idaho $102,778 New Mexico $101,975 Oklahoma $101,798 Alabama $101,149 South Dakota $100,059

Arkansas $99,464 West Virginia $99,145 Mississippi $98,187

Top Paying Cities for Operating Room Supervisors

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: $110,996
Little Creek: $111,809
Magnolia: $111,648

Lincoln, DE $110,996 Little Creek, DE $111,809 Magnolia, DE $111,648 Milford, DE $111,278 Marydel, DE $111,461 Millsboro, DE $110,530 Millville, DE $110,701 Milton, DE $110,893

Nassau, DE $110,973 Ocean View, DE $110,682 Rehoboth Beach, DE $110,895 Seaford, DE $110,958 Selbyville, DE $110,499 Smyrna, DE $111,886 Viola, DE $111,371 Woodside, DE $111,670

Bear, DE $111,412 Newark, DE $111,371 Claymont, DE $111,598 Delaware City, DE $111,482 Hockessin, DE $111,361 Kirkwood, DE $111,461 Middletown, DE $111,504 Montchanin, DE $111,386

New Castle, DE $111,402 Odessa, DE $111,559 Port Penn, DE $111,634 Rockland, DE $111,397 Saint Georges, DE $111,469 Townsend, DE $111,640 Winterthur, DE $111,410 Lewes, DE $110,936

Wilmington, DE $111,366 Dover, DE $111,809 Dover Afb, DE $111,220 Bethany Beach, DE $110,566 Bethel, DE $110,680 Bridgeville, DE $110,941 Camden Wyoming, DE $111,494 Cheswold, DE $111,772

Clayton, DE $111,776 Dagsboro, DE $110,489 Delmar, DE $110,311 Ellendale, DE $110,646 Felton, DE $111,269 Fenwick Island, DE $110,513 Frankford, DE $110,320 Frederica, DE $111,379

Georgetown, DE $110,447 Greenwood, DE $110,959 Harbeson, DE $110,565 Harrington, DE $111,128 Hartly, DE $111,474 Houston, DE $110,970 Kenton, DE $111,781 Laurel, DE $110,381

Yorklyn, DE $111,394

Operating Room Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Operating Room Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $118,420. While startup companies pay approximate $100,861.

Operating Room Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$100,861
Growth Stage	51~500	$106,483
Established	501~5000	$114,553
Enterprise	5000+	$118,420

Operating Room Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Operating Room Supervisor 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, Operating Room Supervisor positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Operating Room Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Operating Room Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$133,798	$64.0	20%

Operating Room Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operating Room Supervisor'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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$104,595

Average $111,498/year

$128,207

$8,716

Average $9,292/month

$10,684

$2,011

Average $2,144/week

$2,466

$50

Average $54/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,207	$10,684	$2,466	$62
Average	$111,498	$9,292	$2,144	$54
25th Percentile	$104,595	$8,716	$2,011	$50

Operating Room Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Operating Room Supervisor, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Operating Room Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Infection Control Manager	$126,100	13%
Operating Room Services Director	$179,723	61%

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