What are the main factors that influence an Operations Manager's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Operations Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

How does experience change An Operations Manager's salary?

An Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $66,447, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $95,196, an Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $108,050, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $146,473, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $203,266,

What are the highest paying states for an Operations Manager?

Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $118,133, California $117,685, Massachusetts $116,116. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Operations Research Analysis Manager: $212,408; Flight Operations Senior Manager: $196,681; Flight Operations Manager: $165,139; Branch Operations Senior Manager: $157,556; Enterprise Operations Manager: $151,911.

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Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Manager in Delaware is $108,050 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,333
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,310 to $121,808
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,711

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Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,808	$10,151	$2,342	$59
Average	$108,050	$9,004	$2,078	$52
25th Percentile	$95,310	$7,943	$1,833	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Operations Manager Salaries

An 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.

How Experience Level Affects Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an 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:

Operations Supervisor (0-3 years): $66,447
Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years): $95,196
Operations Manager (5+ years): $108,050
Senior Operations Manager (5+ years): $146,473
Operations Director (5+ years): $203,266

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Operations Supervisor	0-3 years	$66,447
Operations Senior Supervisor	3-5 years	$95,196
Operations Manager	5+ years	$108,050
Senior Operations Manager	5+ years	$146,473
Operations Director	5+ years	$203,266

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How Do Operations Manager 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 Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $118,133.
California: $117,685.
Massachusetts: $116,116.

District of Columbia $118,133 California $117,685 Massachusetts $116,116 Washington $115,689 New Jersey $115,647 Alaska $115,497 Connecticut $114,025 New York $113,427

Hawaii $111,518 Rhode Island $110,621 Maryland $110,013 Minnesota $109,181 Colorado $108,861 Illinois $108,754 Oregon $108,349 Delaware $108,050

New Hampshire $107,862 Virginia $107,442 Pennsylvania $106,215 Nevada $105,596 North Dakota $105,393 Michigan $105,073 Wisconsin $104,956 Vermont $104,721

Texas $104,070 Maine $104,028 Arizona $103,964 Ohio $103,889 Georgia $102,907 Indiana $102,417 Wyoming $102,321 Utah $102,171

Iowa $102,107 Kansas $101,595 Louisiana $101,446 North Carolina $101,392 Missouri $101,371 Florida $100,955 Montana $100,731 Nebraska $100,517

Kentucky $100,400 South Carolina $99,973 Tennessee $99,706 Idaho $99,600 New Mexico $98,821 Oklahoma $98,650 Alabama $98,021 South Dakota $96,964

Arkansas $96,388 West Virginia $96,079 Mississippi $95,151

Top Paying Cities for Operations Managers

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: $107,563
Little Creek: $108,351
Magnolia: $108,195

Lincoln, DE $107,563 Little Creek, DE $108,351 Magnolia, DE $108,195 Milford, DE $107,837 Marydel, DE $108,014 Millsboro, DE $107,112 Millville, DE $107,278 Milton, DE $107,463

Nassau, DE $107,541 Ocean View, DE $107,259 Rehoboth Beach, DE $107,465 Seaford, DE $107,526 Selbyville, DE $107,081 Smyrna, DE $108,426 Viola, DE $107,926 Woodside, DE $108,216

Bear, DE $107,967 Newark, DE $107,926 Claymont, DE $108,147 Delaware City, DE $108,034 Hockessin, DE $107,917 Kirkwood, DE $108,014 Middletown, DE $108,055 Montchanin, DE $107,941

New Castle, DE $107,957 Odessa, DE $108,109 Port Penn, DE $108,181 Rockland, DE $107,952 Saint Georges, DE $108,021 Townsend, DE $108,188 Winterthur, DE $107,965 Lewes, DE $107,505

Wilmington, DE $107,922 Dover, DE $108,351 Dover Afb, DE $107,780 Bethany Beach, DE $107,146 Bethel, DE $107,257 Bridgeville, DE $107,510 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,046 Cheswold, DE $108,316

Clayton, DE $108,319 Dagsboro, DE $107,072 Delmar, DE $106,900 Ellendale, DE $107,224 Felton, DE $107,828 Fenwick Island, DE $107,095 Frankford, DE $106,908 Frederica, DE $107,935

Georgetown, DE $107,031 Greenwood, DE $107,527 Harbeson, DE $107,145 Harrington, DE $107,692 Hartly, DE $108,027 Houston, DE $107,538 Kenton, DE $108,324 Laurel, DE $106,967

Yorklyn, DE $107,949

Operations Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Operations Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $120,853. While startup companies pay approximate $102,206.

Operations Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$102,206
Growth Stage	51~500	$108,098
Established	501~5000	$116,707
Enterprise	5000+	$120,853

Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 18% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 8% above the average. In contrast, Operations Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Operations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$116,694	$56.0	8%
Construction	$116,694	$56.0	8%
Insurance	$115,614	$56.0	7%
Aerospace & Defense	$113,453	$55.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$113,453	$55.0	5%

Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an 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.

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$95,310

Average $108,050/year

$121,808

$7,943

Average $9,004/month

$10,151

$1,833

Average $2,078/week

$2,342

$46

Average $52/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,808	$10,151	$2,342	$59
Average	$108,050	$9,004	$2,078	$52
25th Percentile	$95,310	$7,943	$1,833	$46

Operations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Operations Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Operations Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $146,473 - a projected growth of 36% over your current level.

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