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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Operations Director in New Mexico is $175,453 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $84.
However, a Business Operations Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Business Operations Director Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $196,918 | $16,410 | $3,787 | $95 |
| Average | $175,453 | $14,621 | $3,374 | $84 |
| 25th Percentile | $162,215 | $13,518 | $3,120 | $78 |
State of New Mexico - Santa Fe, NM
State of New Mexico - Santa Fe, NM
JST - Albuquerque, NM
JST - Albuquerque, NM
A Business Operations Director'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Business Operations Director'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Business ... Level Business Operations Director | $88,266 |
| Business ... Level Business Operations Director | $115,026 |
| Business ... Level Business Operations Director | $140,659 |
| Business ... Level Business Operations Director | $173,875 |
| VP of Bus... Level Business Operations Director | $214,034 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Business Operations Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Business Operations Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 105% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 55% above the average. In contrast, Business Operations Director positions in Internet or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Operations Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | $271,952 | $131.0 | 55% |
| Financial Services | $245,634 | $118.0 | 40% |
| Biotechnology | $228,089 | $110.0 | 30% |
| Energy & Utilities | $219,316 | $105.0 | 25% |
| Insurance | $210,543 | $101.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Business Operations Director'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $196,918 | $16,410 | $3,787 | $95 |
| Average | $175,453 | $14,621 | $3,374 | $84 |
| 25th Percentile | $162,215 | $13,518 | $3,120 | $78 |
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