What are the main factors that influence a Switchboard Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change a Switchboard Operator's salary?

A Switchboard Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $38,054 for beginners, reaching about $41,351 at mid-level, and approach $41,832 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Switchboard Operator?

Switchboard Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Switchboard Operator roles are District of Columbia $42,524, California $42,363, Massachusetts $41,798. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Switchboard Operator roles make?

Salaries for Switchboard Operator level roles vary by specialization: Operator, Assembly Operator: $55,826; Crane/Tower Operator: $54,014; Crane Operator: $52,027; Operator: $47,124; Camera Operator: $46,592.

Switchboard Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Switchboard Operator make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Switchboard Operator in Delaware is $38,895 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, a Switchboard Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,730
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,579 to $42,473
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,561

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Switchboard Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,473	$3,539	$817	$20
Average	$38,895	$3,241	$748	$19
25th Percentile	$35,579	$2,965	$684	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Switchboard Operator Salaries

A Switchboard Operator'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 Switchboard Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Switchboard Operator'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): $38,054
Early Career (1-2 years): $39,162
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,351
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,672
Expert (over 8 years): $41,832

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Switchboard Operator	$38,054
Intermediate Level Switchboard Operator	$39,162
Senior Level Switchboard Operator	$41,351
Specialist Level Switchboard Operator	$41,672
Expert Level Switchboard Operator	$41,832

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How Do Switchboard Operator 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 Switchboard Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,524.
California: $42,363.
Massachusetts: $41,798.

District of Columbia $42,524 California $42,363 Massachusetts $41,798 Washington $41,645 New Jersey $41,629 Alaska $41,576 Connecticut $41,046 New York $40,830

Hawaii $40,143 Rhode Island $39,820 Maryland $39,601 Minnesota $39,302 Colorado $39,187 Illinois $39,148 Oregon $39,002 Delaware $38,895

New Hampshire $38,827 Virginia $38,676 Pennsylvania $38,234 Nevada $38,011 North Dakota $37,938 Michigan $37,823 Wisconsin $37,781 Vermont $37,696

Texas $37,462 Maine $37,447 Arizona $37,424 Ohio $37,397 Georgia $37,044 Indiana $36,867 Wyoming $36,832 Utah $36,779

Iowa $36,755 Kansas $36,571 Louisiana $36,517 North Carolina $36,498 Missouri $36,490 Florida $36,341 Montana $36,260 Nebraska $36,183

Kentucky $36,141 South Carolina $35,987 Tennessee $35,891 Idaho $35,853 New Mexico $35,573 Oklahoma $35,511 Alabama $35,285 South Dakota $34,904

Arkansas $34,697 West Virginia $34,586 Mississippi $34,251

Top Paying Cities for Switchboard Operators

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: $40,254
Little Creek: $39,882
Magnolia: $40,047

Lincoln, DE $40,254 Little Creek, DE $39,882 Magnolia, DE $40,047 Milford, DE $40,254 Marydel, DE $39,732 Millsboro, DE $40,254 Millville, DE $40,523 Milton, DE $40,254

Nassau, DE $40,254 Ocean View, DE $40,523 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,523 Seaford, DE $39,832 Selbyville, DE $40,523 Smyrna, DE $39,686 Viola, DE $40,047 Woodside, DE $39,932

Bear, DE $39,394 Newark, DE $39,409 Claymont, DE $39,440 Delaware City, DE $39,409 Hockessin, DE $39,440 Kirkwood, DE $39,409 Middletown, DE $39,605 Montchanin, DE $39,440

New Castle, DE $39,440 Odessa, DE $39,659 Port Penn, DE $39,302 Rockland, DE $39,440 Saint Georges, DE $39,409 Townsend, DE $39,601 Winterthur, DE $39,440 Lewes, DE $40,254

Wilmington, DE $39,440 Dover, DE $39,863 Dover Afb, DE $39,955 Bethany Beach, DE $40,523 Bethel, DE $39,832 Bridgeville, DE $40,254 Camden Wyoming, DE $39,905 Cheswold, DE $39,770

Clayton, DE $39,671 Dagsboro, DE $40,523 Delmar, DE $39,832 Ellendale, DE $40,254 Felton, DE $40,254 Fenwick Island, DE $40,523 Frankford, DE $40,523 Frederica, DE $40,254

Georgetown, DE $40,254 Greenwood, DE $40,254 Harbeson, DE $40,254 Harrington, DE $40,254 Hartly, DE $39,651 Houston, DE $40,254 Kenton, DE $39,671 Laurel, DE $39,832

Yorklyn, DE $39,440

Switchboard Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Switchboard Operator'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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$35,579

Average $38,895/year

$42,473

$2,965

Average $3,241/month

$3,539

$684

Average $748/week

$817

$17

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$42,473	$3,539	$817	$20
Average	$38,895	$3,241	$748	$19
25th Percentile	$35,579	$2,965	$684	$17

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