What are the main factors that influence an Area 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 Area Operations Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Area Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

How does experience change An Area Operations Manager's salary?

An Area Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $66,500, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $95,272, an Area Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $108,136, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $146,590, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $203,429,

What are the highest paying states for an Area Operations Manager?

Area Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Area Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $119,351, California $118,898, Massachusetts $117,313. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Area Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Area Technical Operations Manager: $233,927; Area Director of Operations: $201,837; Area Commercial Property Manager: $177,506; Area Residential Property Manager: $134,126; Area Manager, Delivery Operations: $112,417.

Area Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Area Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Area Operations Manager in Delaware is $109,164 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,861
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,528 to $123,138
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,024

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Area Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,138	$10,262	$2,368	$59
Average	$109,164	$9,097	$2,099	$52
25th Percentile	$96,528	$8,044	$1,856	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Area Operations Manager Salaries

An Area 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 Area Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Area 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): $66,500
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,272
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,136
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,590
Expert (over 8 years): $203,429

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Area Operations Manager	$66,500
Operation... Level Area Operations Manager	$95,272
Area Oper... Level Area Operations Manager	$108,136
Senior Op... Level Area Operations Manager	$146,590
Operation... Level Area Operations Manager	$203,429

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

District of Columbia: $119,351.
California: $118,898.
Massachusetts: $117,313.

District of Columbia $119,351 California $118,898 Massachusetts $117,313 Washington $116,882 New Jersey $116,839 Alaska $116,688 Connecticut $115,201 New York $114,597

Hawaii $112,667 Rhode Island $111,762 Maryland $111,147 Minnesota $110,307 Colorado $109,983 Illinois $109,875 Oregon $109,466 Delaware $109,164

New Hampshire $108,974 Virginia $108,550 Pennsylvania $107,310 Nevada $106,685 North Dakota $106,480 Michigan $106,157 Wisconsin $106,038 Vermont $105,801

Texas $105,143 Maine $105,100 Arizona $105,035 Ohio $104,960 Georgia $103,968 Indiana $103,472 Wyoming $103,375 Utah $103,224

Iowa $103,160 Kansas $102,642 Louisiana $102,491 North Carolina $102,438 Missouri $102,416 Florida $101,996 Montana $101,769 Nebraska $101,554

Kentucky $101,435 South Carolina $101,004 Tennessee $100,734 Idaho $100,627 New Mexico $99,840 Oklahoma $99,667 Alabama $99,031 South Dakota $97,964

Arkansas $97,382 West Virginia $97,069 Mississippi $96,132

Top Paying Cities for Area 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: $108,672
Little Creek: $109,468
Magnolia: $109,311

Lincoln, DE $108,672 Little Creek, DE $109,468 Magnolia, DE $109,311 Milford, DE $108,948 Marydel, DE $109,127 Millsboro, DE $108,216 Millville, DE $108,384 Milton, DE $108,571

Nassau, DE $108,650 Ocean View, DE $108,365 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,573 Seaford, DE $108,635 Selbyville, DE $108,185 Smyrna, DE $109,543 Viola, DE $109,039 Woodside, DE $109,332

Bear, DE $109,080 Newark, DE $109,039 Claymont, DE $109,262 Delaware City, DE $109,148 Hockessin, DE $109,029 Kirkwood, DE $109,127 Middletown, DE $109,169 Montchanin, DE $109,054

New Castle, DE $109,070 Odessa, DE $109,223 Port Penn, DE $109,297 Rockland, DE $109,065 Saint Georges, DE $109,135 Townsend, DE $109,303 Winterthur, DE $109,078 Lewes, DE $108,613

Wilmington, DE $109,035 Dover, DE $109,468 Dover Afb, DE $108,891 Bethany Beach, DE $108,251 Bethel, DE $108,363 Bridgeville, DE $108,619 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,160 Cheswold, DE $109,432

Clayton, DE $109,436 Dagsboro, DE $108,176 Delmar, DE $108,002 Ellendale, DE $108,330 Felton, DE $108,940 Fenwick Island, DE $108,199 Frankford, DE $108,011 Frederica, DE $109,048

Georgetown, DE $108,135 Greenwood, DE $108,636 Harbeson, DE $108,250 Harrington, DE $108,802 Hartly, DE $109,140 Houston, DE $108,647 Kenton, DE $109,441 Laurel, DE $108,070

Yorklyn, DE $109,062

Area Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Area Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 18% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 8% above the average. In contrast, Area Operations Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Area Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Area Operations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$117,897	$57.0	8%
Construction	$117,897	$57.0	8%
Insurance	$116,805	$56.0	7%
Aerospace & Defense	$114,622	$55.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$114,622	$55.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Area 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

$96,528

Average $109,164/year

$123,138

$8,044

Average $9,097/month

$10,262

$1,856

Average $2,099/week

$2,368

$46

Average $52/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,138	$10,262	$2,368	$59
Average	$109,164	$9,097	$2,099	$52
25th Percentile	$96,528	$8,044	$1,856	$46

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