What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change an Entry Level Operator's salary?

An Entry Level Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $61,628 for beginners, reaching about $63,079 at mid-level, and approach $63,916 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Operator?

Entry Level Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Operator roles are District of Columbia $62,493, California $62,256, Massachusetts $61,426. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Operator roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Operator level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Actuary: $80,801; Entry Level Auditor: $67,701; Entry Level LPN: $65,857; Entry Level Animator: $63,503; Entry Level Copywriter: $63,401.

Entry Level Operator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Level Operator make in District of Columbia?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Operator in District of Columbia is $62,493 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, an Entry Level Operator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,370
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,633 to $68,187
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,299

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Entry Level Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,187	$5,682	$1,311	$33
Average	$62,493	$5,208	$1,202	$30
25th Percentile	$56,633	$4,719	$1,089	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Operator Salaries

An Entry Level Operator'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 Entry Level Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Operator'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): $61,628
Early Career (1-2 years): $62,074
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,079
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,749
Expert (over 8 years): $63,916

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Entry Level Operator	$61,628
Intermediate Level Entry Level Operator	$62,074
Senior Level Entry Level Operator	$63,079
Specialist Level Entry Level Operator	$63,749
Expert Level Entry Level Operator	$63,916

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How Do Entry Level Operator 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 Entry Level Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,493.
California: $62,256.
Massachusetts: $61,426.

District of Columbia $62,493 California $62,256 Massachusetts $61,426 Washington $61,200 New Jersey $61,178 Alaska $61,099 Connecticut $60,320 New York $60,004

Hawaii $58,993 Rhode Island $58,519 Maryland $58,198 Minnesota $57,757 Colorado $57,588 Illinois $57,532 Oregon $57,317 Delaware $57,159

New Hampshire $57,060 Virginia $56,837 Pennsylvania $56,188 Nevada $55,861 North Dakota $55,754 Michigan $55,584 Wisconsin $55,522 Vermont $55,398

Texas $55,054 Maine $55,031 Arizona $54,997 Ohio $54,958 Georgia $54,439 Indiana $54,179 Wyoming $54,128 Utah $54,049

Iowa $54,015 Kansas $53,744 Louisiana $53,665 North Carolina $53,637 Missouri $53,626 Florida $53,406 Montana $53,287 Nebraska $53,174

Kentucky $53,112 South Carolina $52,886 Tennessee $52,745 Idaho $52,689 New Mexico $52,277 Oklahoma $52,186 Alabama $51,853 South Dakota $51,295

Arkansas $50,990 West Virginia $50,826 Mississippi $50,335

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Operators

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:

Parcel Return Service: $62,493
Washington: $62,493
Naval Anacost Annex: $62,493

Parcel Return Service, DC $62,493 Washington, DC $62,493 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $62,493 Washington Navy Yard, DC $62,493

Entry Level Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Operator'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 January 01, 2026

$56,633

Average $62,493/year

$68,187

$4,719

Average $5,208/month

$5,682

$1,089

Average $1,202/week

$1,311

$27

Average $30/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,187	$5,682	$1,311	$33
Average	$62,493	$5,208	$1,202	$30
25th Percentile	$56,633	$4,719	$1,089	$27

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