What are the main factors that influence an Operations Management'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 Management?

The Education industry offers the highest average compensation for Operations Management roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Operations Management's salary?

An Operations Management's salary grows with experience: an Instructor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $66,033, an Operations Management (0-0 years)earns $73,428, an Assoc. Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $85,052, a Professor - Nursing (0-0 years)earns $112,084,

What are the highest paying states for an Operations Management?

Operations Management salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operations Management roles are District of Columbia $77,614, California $77,319, Massachusetts $76,289. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operations Management roles make?

Salaries for Operations Management level roles vary by specialization: Business Operations Management: $160,431; Treasury Management Operations Specialist: $126,996; Operations Management Leadership Program: $119,614; Manager Operations Management: $109,217; Operations Management Specialist: $106,093.

Operations Management Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operations Management make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Management in Delaware is $70,989 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,337
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,283 to $80,593
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,625

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Operations Management Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,593	$6,716	$1,550	$39
Average	$70,989	$5,916	$1,365	$34
25th Percentile	$59,283	$4,940	$1,140	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Operations Management Salaries

An Operations Management'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 Do Operations Management 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 Managements. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $77,614.
California: $77,319.
Massachusetts: $76,289.

District of Columbia $77,614 California $77,319 Massachusetts $76,289 Washington $76,008 New Jersey $75,980 Alaska $75,882 Connecticut $74,915 New York $74,522

Hawaii $73,268 Rhode Island $72,679 Maryland $72,279 Minnesota $71,732 Colorado $71,522 Illinois $71,452 Oregon $71,186 Delaware $70,989

New Hampshire $70,866 Virginia $70,590 Pennsylvania $69,784 Nevada $69,377 North Dakota $69,244 Michigan $69,034 Wisconsin $68,956 Vermont $68,802

Texas $68,375 Maine $68,347 Arizona $68,305 Ohio $68,255 Georgia $67,611 Indiana $67,288 Wyoming $67,225 Utah $67,127

Iowa $67,085 Kansas $66,748 Louisiana $66,650 North Carolina $66,615 Missouri $66,601 Florida $66,328 Montana $66,181 Nebraska $66,040

Kentucky $65,963 South Carolina $65,683 Tennessee $65,508 Idaho $65,438 New Mexico $64,926 Oklahoma $64,814 Alabama $64,400 South Dakota $63,706

Arkansas $63,328 West Virginia $63,124 Mississippi $62,514

Top Paying Cities for Operations Managements

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: $70,670
Little Creek: $71,187
Magnolia: $71,085

Lincoln, DE $70,670 Little Creek, DE $71,187 Magnolia, DE $71,085 Milford, DE $70,849 Marydel, DE $70,966 Millsboro, DE $70,373 Millville, DE $70,482 Milton, DE $70,604

Nassau, DE $70,655 Ocean View, DE $70,470 Rehoboth Beach, DE $70,605 Seaford, DE $70,645 Selbyville, DE $70,353 Smyrna, DE $71,236 Viola, DE $70,908 Woodside, DE $71,099

Bear, DE $70,935 Newark, DE $70,908 Claymont, DE $71,053 Delaware City, DE $70,979 Hockessin, DE $70,902 Kirkwood, DE $70,966 Middletown, DE $70,993 Montchanin, DE $70,918

New Castle, DE $70,928 Odessa, DE $71,028 Port Penn, DE $71,076 Rockland, DE $70,925 Saint Georges, DE $70,970 Townsend, DE $71,080 Winterthur, DE $70,933 Lewes, DE $70,631

Wilmington, DE $70,905 Dover, DE $71,187 Dover Afb, DE $70,812 Bethany Beach, DE $70,396 Bethel, DE $70,469 Bridgeville, DE $70,635 Camden Wyoming, DE $70,987 Cheswold, DE $71,164

Clayton, DE $71,166 Dagsboro, DE $70,347 Delmar, DE $70,234 Ellendale, DE $70,447 Felton, DE $70,844 Fenwick Island, DE $70,362 Frankford, DE $70,239 Frederica, DE $70,914

Georgetown, DE $70,320 Greenwood, DE $70,646 Harbeson, DE $70,395 Harrington, DE $70,754 Hartly, DE $70,974 Houston, DE $70,653 Kenton, DE $71,170 Laurel, DE $70,278

Yorklyn, DE $70,923

Operations Management Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Operations Management roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 18% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Education, offers compensation 10% above the average. Conversely, Operations Management positions in Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Operations Management as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Operations Management

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Education	$78,088	$38.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Operations Management'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

$59,283

Average $70,989/year

$80,593

$4,940

Average $5,916/month

$6,716

$1,140

Average $1,365/week

$1,550

$29

Average $34/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$80,593	$6,716	$1,550	$39
Average	$70,989	$5,916	$1,365	$34
25th Percentile	$59,283	$4,940	$1,140	$29

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