What are the main factors that influence a Power Plant 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 Power Plant Operations Manager?

The MFG Nondurable industry offers the highest average compensation for Power Plant Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Power Plant Operations Manager's salary?

A Power Plant Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor I (0-3 years)earns $134,834, a Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor II (3-5 years)earns $162,803, a Power Plant Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $186,416, a Power Plant Operations Director (5+ years)earns $215,653,

What are the highest paying states for a Power Plant Operations Manager?

Power Plant Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Power Plant Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $186,416, California $185,709, Massachusetts $183,234. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Power Plant Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Power Plant Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Power Generation Plant Operations Director: $194,800; Power Plant Operations Director: $194,773; Power Generation Plant Operations Manager: $168,400; Power Plant Manager: $166,397; biomass power plant manager: $166,025.

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Power Plant Operations Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Power Plant Operations Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Power Plant Operations Manager in District of Columbia is $186,416 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $90.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $215,075
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $171,347 to $201,417
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $157,627

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Power Plant Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$201,417	$16,785	$3,873	$97
Average	$186,416	$15,535	$3,585	$90
25th Percentile	$171,347	$14,279	$3,295	$82

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Key Factors That Influence Power Plant Operations Manager Salaries

A Power Plant 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 Power Plant Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Power Plant 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:

Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor I (0-3 years): $134,834
Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor II (3-5 years): $162,803
Power Plant Operations Manager (5+ years): $186,416
Power Plant Operations Director (5+ years): $215,653

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor I	0-3 years	$134,834
Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor II	3-5 years	$162,803
Power Plant Operations Manager	5+ years	$186,416
Power Plant Operations Director	5+ years	$215,653

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

District of Columbia: $186,416.
California: $185,709.
Massachusetts: $183,234.

District of Columbia $186,416 California $185,709 Massachusetts $183,234 Washington $182,560 New Jersey $182,493 Alaska $182,257 Connecticut $179,934 New York $178,991

Hawaii $175,977 Rhode Island $174,563 Maryland $173,603 Minnesota $172,290 Colorado $171,785 Illinois $171,616 Oregon $170,977 Delaware $170,505

New Hampshire $170,209 Virginia $169,546 Pennsylvania $167,609 Nevada $166,633 North Dakota $166,313 Michigan $165,808 Wisconsin $165,623 Vermont $165,252

Texas $164,225 Maine $164,158 Arizona $164,057 Ohio $163,939 Georgia $162,390 Indiana $161,615 Wyoming $161,464 Utah $161,228

Iowa $161,127 Kansas $160,319 Louisiana $160,083 North Carolina $159,999 Missouri $159,965 Florida $159,309 Montana $158,955 Nebraska $158,619

Kentucky $158,433 South Carolina $157,760 Tennessee $157,339 Idaho $157,171 New Mexico $155,942 Oklahoma $155,672 Alabama $154,679 South Dakota $153,012

Arkansas $152,103 West Virginia $151,614 Mississippi $150,150

Top Paying Cities for Power Plant 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:

Parcel Return Service: $185,404
Washington: $185,406
Naval Anacost Annex: $185,397

Parcel Return Service, DC $185,404 Washington, DC $185,406 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $185,397 Washington Navy Yard, DC $185,404

Power Plant Operations Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Power Plant Operations Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $209,494. While startup companies pay approximate $177,364.

Power Plant Operations Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$177,364
Growth Stage	51~500	$187,515
Established	501~5000	$202,365
Enterprise	5000+	$209,494

Power Plant Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Power Plant Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 25% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, MFG Nondurable, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Power Plant Operations Manager positions in Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Power Plant Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Power Plant Operations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Nondurable	$205,058	$99.0	10%
MFG Durable	$195,737	$94.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Power Plant 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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$171,347

Average $186,416/year

$201,417

$14,279

Average $15,535/month

$16,785

$3,295

Average $3,585/week

$3,873

$82

Average $90/hour

$97

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$201,417	$16,785	$3,873	$97
Average	$186,416	$15,535	$3,585	$90
25th Percentile	$171,347	$14,279	$3,295	$82

Power Plant Operations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Power Plant Operations Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Power Plant Operations Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $215,653 - a projected growth of 16% over your current level.

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