Director of Operations Salary in the United States

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Director of Operations Salary in the United States

How much does a Director of Operations make?

As of August 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Director of Operations in the United States is around $204,205, with an hourly rate of $98. The average salary ranges from $172,385 (10th percentile) to $240,135 (90th percentile), with the majority earning between $187,549 (25th percentile) and $223,012 (75th percentile). A Director of Operations's salary is shaped by several key factors, including experience level, specific skills, industry differences, company size, and so on. Below, we'll dive deeper into each of these factors to help you understand how they impact compensation.

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Director of Operations Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $223,012 $18,584 $4,289 $107
Average $204,205 $17,017 $3,927 $98
25th Percentile $187,549 $15,629 $3,607 $90
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$187,549
Average $204,205/year
$223,012
$15,629
Average $17,017/month
$18,584
$3,607
Average $3,927/week
$4,289
$90
Average $98/hour
$107
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $223,012 $18,584 $4,289 $107
Average $204,205 $17,017 $3,927 $98
25th Percentile $187,549 $15,629 $3,607 $90

How does experience level affect a Director of Operations's Salary?

An entry-level Director of Operations with less than 1 year of experience earns about $192,557. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $194,059. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $196,062. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $199,067, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $202,823.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Director of Operations $192,557
Intermediate Level Director of Operations $194,059
Senior Level Director of Operations $196,062
Specialist Level Director of Operations $199,067
Expert Level Director of Operations $202,823
$192,557 0 yr
$194,059 < 2 yrs
$196,062 2-4 yrs
$199,067 5-8 yrs
$202,823 > 8 yrs
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How much does salary of Director of Operations vary from state to state?

Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.

For example, as of August 01, 2025:
  • In California, the average yearly salary for a Director of Operations is $225,238.
  • In Massachusetts, the average annual salary is $222,236.
  • In New Jersey, a Director of Operations earns $221,338 per year.

How much does salary of Director of Operations vary from city to city?

Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.

For example, as of August 01, 2025:
  • In San Francisco, CA, the average yearly salary for a Director of Operations is $255,032.
  • In New York, NY, the average annual salary is $236,653.
  • In Boston, MA, a Director of Operations earns $227,750 per year.

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What is the salary trend of Director of Operations?

As of August 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Director of Operations compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $159,347 in 2023 to approximately $155,646 in 2025. (For a detailed analysis of Director of Operations salary trends, click here.)

Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.

Average Annual Salary of Director of Operations Over Time

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Director of Operations bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 65.5%
Bonuses 9.5%
Social Security 4.5%
401k/403b 3.1%
Disability 1.5%
Healthcare 2.7%
Pension 4.0%
Time Off 9.2%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $204,205 65.5%
Bonus $29,475 9.5%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $13,955 4.5%
401K/403B $9,775 3.1%
Disability $4,655 1.5%
Healthcare $8,454 2.7%
Pension $12,567 4.0%
Time Off $28,643 9.2%
Total Compensation $311,729 100%
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