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

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

How does experience change A Pipeline Operations Manager's salary?

A Pipeline Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $140,496 for beginners, reaching about $141,577 at mid-level, and approach $145,947 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pipeline Operations Manager?

Pipeline Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pipeline Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $157,300, California $156,703, Massachusetts $154,615. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pipeline Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Pipeline Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Pipeline Engineering Senior Manager: $188,980; Pipeline Controller Manager: $169,300; Pipeline Control Monitoring Manager: $169,263; Pipeline Manager: $162,400; Oil or Gas Pipeline Operations Manager: $142,100.

Pipeline Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pipeline Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pipeline Operations Manager in Delaware is $143,874 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $159,484
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,820 to $152,045
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,576

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Pipeline Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,045	$12,670	$2,924	$73
Average	$143,874	$11,990	$2,767	$69
25th Percentile	$134,820	$11,235	$2,593	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Pipeline Operations Manager Salaries

A Pipeline 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 Pipeline Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pipeline 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $140,496
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,901
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,577
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,523
Expert (over 8 years): $145,947

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pipeline Operations Manager	$140,496
Intermediate Level Pipeline Operations Manager	$140,901
Senior Level Pipeline Operations Manager	$141,577
Specialist Level Pipeline Operations Manager	$142,523
Expert Level Pipeline Operations Manager	$145,947

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

District of Columbia: $157,300.
California: $156,703.
Massachusetts: $154,615.

District of Columbia $157,300 California $156,703 Massachusetts $154,615 Washington $154,047 New Jersey $153,990 Alaska $153,791 Connecticut $151,830 New York $151,035

Hawaii $148,492 Rhode Island $147,298 Maryland $146,488 Minnesota $145,380 Colorado $144,954 Illinois $144,812 Oregon $144,272 Delaware $143,874

New Hampshire $143,624 Virginia $143,064 Pennsylvania $141,431 Nevada $140,607 North Dakota $140,337 Michigan $139,911 Wisconsin $139,754 Vermont $139,442

Texas $138,575 Maine $138,518 Arizona $138,433 Ohio $138,334 Georgia $137,027 Indiana $136,373 Wyoming $136,245 Utah $136,046

Iowa $135,961 Kansas $135,279 Louisiana $135,080 North Carolina $135,009 Missouri $134,981 Florida $134,427 Montana $134,128 Nebraska $133,844

Kentucky $133,688 South Carolina $133,120 Tennessee $132,764 Idaho $132,622 New Mexico $131,585 Oklahoma $131,358 Alabama $130,520 South Dakota $129,113

Arkansas $128,346 West Virginia $127,934 Mississippi $126,698

Top Paying Cities for Pipeline 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: $143,226
Little Creek: $144,275
Magnolia: $144,068

Lincoln, DE $143,226 Little Creek, DE $144,275 Magnolia, DE $144,068 Milford, DE $143,590 Marydel, DE $143,826 Millsboro, DE $142,625 Millville, DE $142,846 Milton, DE $143,093

Nassau, DE $143,197 Ocean View, DE $142,822 Rehoboth Beach, DE $143,096 Seaford, DE $143,177 Selbyville, DE $142,584 Smyrna, DE $144,374 Viola, DE $143,709 Woodside, DE $144,096

Bear, DE $143,763 Newark, DE $143,709 Claymont, DE $144,004 Delaware City, DE $143,853 Hockessin, DE $143,697 Kirkwood, DE $143,826 Middletown, DE $143,881 Montchanin, DE $143,729

New Castle, DE $143,751 Odessa, DE $143,952 Port Penn, DE $144,049 Rockland, DE $143,744 Saint Georges, DE $143,836 Townsend, DE $144,058 Winterthur, DE $143,761 Lewes, DE $143,148

Wilmington, DE $143,704 Dover, DE $144,275 Dover Afb, DE $143,515 Bethany Beach, DE $142,671 Bethel, DE $142,819 Bridgeville, DE $143,155 Camden Wyoming, DE $143,869 Cheswold, DE $144,228

Clayton, DE $144,232 Dagsboro, DE $142,572 Delmar, DE $142,343 Ellendale, DE $142,775 Felton, DE $143,579 Fenwick Island, DE $142,603 Frankford, DE $142,354 Frederica, DE $143,721

Georgetown, DE $142,518 Greenwood, DE $143,178 Harbeson, DE $142,670 Harrington, DE $143,397 Hartly, DE $143,843 Houston, DE $143,192 Kenton, DE $144,239 Laurel, DE $142,432

Yorklyn, DE $143,739

Pipeline Operations Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Pipeline Operations Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $167,430. While startup companies pay approximate $141,723.

Pipeline Operations Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$141,723
Growth Stage	51~500	$149,847
Established	501~5000	$161,735
Enterprise	5000+	$167,430

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

Understanding how a Pipeline 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$134,820

Average $143,874/year

$152,045

$11,235

Average $11,990/month

$12,670

$2,593

Average $2,767/week

$2,924

$65

Average $69/hour

$73

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$152,045	$12,670	$2,924	$73
Average	$143,874	$11,990	$2,767	$69
25th Percentile	$134,820	$11,235	$2,593	$65

Pipeline Operations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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