What are the main factors that influence an Operating Room Attendant'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 Operating Room Attendant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Operating Room Attendant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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

An Operating Room Attendant's salary grows with experience: starting around $55,654 for beginners, reaching about $57,686 at mid-level, and approach $58,716 for experts.

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

Operating Room Attendant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operating Room Attendant roles are District of Columbia $61,495, California $61,262, Massachusetts $60,445. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Operating Room Attendant level roles vary by specialization: Operating Room Director: $173,413; Operating Room Manager: $110,075; Rn Operating Room: $89,268; Operating Room Aide: $89,068; Operating Room Nurse: $88,900.

Operating Room Attendant Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operating Room Attendant make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operating Room Attendant in Delaware is $56,246 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,882
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,159 to $59,196
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,617

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Operating Room Attendant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,196	$4,933	$1,138	$28
Average	$56,246	$4,687	$1,082	$27
25th Percentile	$50,159	$4,180	$965	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Operating Room Attendant Salaries

An Operating Room Attendant'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 Attendant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operating Room Attendant'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): $55,654
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,824
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $57,686
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $58,647
Expert (over 8 years): $58,716

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Operating Room Attendant	$55,654
Intermediate Level Operating Room Attendant	$55,824
Senior Level Operating Room Attendant	$57,686
Specialist Level Operating Room Attendant	$58,647
Expert Level Operating Room Attendant	$58,716

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

District of Columbia: $61,495.
California: $61,262.
Massachusetts: $60,445.

District of Columbia $61,495 California $61,262 Massachusetts $60,445 Washington $60,223 New Jersey $60,201 Alaska $60,123 Connecticut $59,357 New York $59,046

Hawaii $58,051 Rhode Island $57,585 Maryland $57,268 Minnesota $56,835 Colorado $56,668 Illinois $56,613 Oregon $56,402 Delaware $56,246

New Hampshire $56,149 Virginia $55,930 Pennsylvania $55,291 Nevada $54,969 North Dakota $54,863 Michigan $54,697 Wisconsin $54,636 Vermont $54,513

Texas $54,175 Maine $54,152 Arizona $54,119 Ohio $54,080 Georgia $53,569 Indiana $53,314 Wyoming $53,264 Utah $53,186

Iowa $53,153 Kansas $52,886 Louisiana $52,808 North Carolina $52,781 Missouri $52,769 Florida $52,553 Montana $52,436 Nebraska $52,325

Kentucky $52,264 South Carolina $52,042 Tennessee $51,903 Idaho $51,847 New Mexico $51,442 Oklahoma $51,353 Alabama $51,025 South Dakota $50,476

Arkansas $50,176 West Virginia $50,015 Mississippi $49,531

Top Paying Cities for Operating Room Attendants

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: $55,993
Little Creek: $56,403
Magnolia: $56,322

Lincoln, DE $55,993 Little Creek, DE $56,403 Magnolia, DE $56,322 Milford, DE $56,135 Marydel, DE $56,227 Millsboro, DE $55,758 Millville, DE $55,844 Milton, DE $55,941

Nassau, DE $55,981 Ocean View, DE $55,835 Rehoboth Beach, DE $55,942 Seaford, DE $55,974 Selbyville, DE $55,742 Smyrna, DE $56,442 Viola, DE $56,182 Woodside, DE $56,333

Bear, DE $56,203 Newark, DE $56,182 Claymont, DE $56,297 Delaware City, DE $56,238 Hockessin, DE $56,177 Kirkwood, DE $56,227 Middletown, DE $56,249 Montchanin, DE $56,190

New Castle, DE $56,198 Odessa, DE $56,277 Port Penn, DE $56,315 Rockland, DE $56,195 Saint Georges, DE $56,231 Townsend, DE $56,318 Winterthur, DE $56,202 Lewes, DE $55,962

Wilmington, DE $56,180 Dover, DE $56,403 Dover Afb, DE $56,106 Bethany Beach, DE $55,776 Bethel, DE $55,834 Bridgeville, DE $55,965 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,244 Cheswold, DE $56,385

Clayton, DE $56,386 Dagsboro, DE $55,737 Delmar, DE $55,648 Ellendale, DE $55,816 Felton, DE $56,131 Fenwick Island, DE $55,749 Frankford, DE $55,652 Frederica, DE $56,186

Georgetown, DE $55,716 Greenwood, DE $55,974 Harbeson, DE $55,775 Harrington, DE $56,060 Hartly, DE $56,234 Houston, DE $55,980 Kenton, DE $56,389 Laurel, DE $55,683

Yorklyn, DE $56,194

Operating Room Attendant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industry for an Operating Room Attendant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$67,496	$32.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Operating Room Attendant'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 August 01, 2026

$50,159

Average $56,246/year

$59,196

$4,180

Average $4,687/month

$4,933

$965

Average $1,082/week

$1,138

$24

Average $27/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,196	$4,933	$1,138	$28
Average	$56,246	$4,687	$1,082	$27
25th Percentile	$50,159	$4,180	$965	$24

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