What are the main factors that influence a Field Operator'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 Field Operator?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Field Operator roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Field Operator's salary?

A Field Operator's salary grows with experience: a Field Operator (0-1 years)earns $64,647, a Field Operator II (1-3 years)earns $72,376, a Field Operator III (3-5 years)earns $89,058, a Field Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $98,335, a Field Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $116,125,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Operator?

Field Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Operator roles are District of Columbia $71,201, California $70,931, Massachusetts $69,986. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Operator roles make?

Salaries for Field Operator level roles vary by specialization: Specialist Field Operator: $95,673; Field Operator IV: $95,657; Senior Field Operator: $86,653; Field Operator III: $86,633; Intermediate Field Operator: $70,423.

Field Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Operator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Operator in Delaware is $65,124 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,508
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,556 to $71,606
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,486

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Field Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,606	$5,967	$1,377	$34
Average	$65,124	$5,427	$1,252	$31
25th Percentile	$59,556	$4,963	$1,145	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Field Operator Salaries

A Field 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 Field Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field 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): $64,647
Early Career (1-2 years): $72,376
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $89,058
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $98,335
Expert (over 8 years): $116,125

Levels	Salary
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$64,647
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$72,376
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$89,058
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$98,335
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$116,125

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

District of Columbia: $71,201.
California: $70,931.
Massachusetts: $69,986.

District of Columbia $71,201 California $70,931 Massachusetts $69,986 Washington $69,728 New Jersey $69,703 Alaska $69,613 Connecticut $68,725 New York $68,365

Hawaii $67,214 Rhode Island $66,674 Maryland $66,307 Minnesota $65,806 Colorado $65,613 Illinois $65,548 Oregon $65,304 Delaware $65,124

New Hampshire $65,011 Virginia $64,757 Pennsylvania $64,018 Nevada $63,645 North Dakota $63,523 Michigan $63,330 Wisconsin $63,259 Vermont $63,118

Texas $62,725 Maine $62,700 Arizona $62,661 Ohio $62,616 Georgia $62,024 Indiana $61,729 Wyoming $61,671 Utah $61,581

Iowa $61,542 Kansas $61,233 Louisiana $61,143 North Carolina $61,111 Missouri $61,098 Florida $60,848 Montana $60,713 Nebraska $60,584

Kentucky $60,513 South Carolina $60,256 Tennessee $60,095 Idaho $60,031 New Mexico $59,561 Oklahoma $59,459 Alabama $59,079 South Dakota $58,442

Arkansas $58,095 West Virginia $57,909 Mississippi $57,349

Top Paying Cities for Field 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:

Lincoln: $64,831
Little Creek: $65,305
Magnolia: $65,211

Lincoln, DE $64,831 Little Creek, DE $65,305 Magnolia, DE $65,211 Milford, DE $64,995 Marydel, DE $65,102 Millsboro, DE $64,559 Millville, DE $64,658 Milton, DE $64,770

Nassau, DE $64,817 Ocean View, DE $64,647 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,772 Seaford, DE $64,808 Selbyville, DE $64,540 Smyrna, DE $65,350 Viola, DE $65,049 Woodside, DE $65,224

Bear, DE $65,074 Newark, DE $65,049 Claymont, DE $65,183 Delaware City, DE $65,114 Hockessin, DE $65,044 Kirkwood, DE $65,102 Middletown, DE $65,127 Montchanin, DE $65,058

New Castle, DE $65,068 Odessa, DE $65,159 Port Penn, DE $65,203 Rockland, DE $65,065 Saint Georges, DE $65,107 Townsend, DE $65,207 Winterthur, DE $65,073 Lewes, DE $64,795

Wilmington, DE $65,047 Dover, DE $65,305 Dover Afb, DE $64,961 Bethany Beach, DE $64,579 Bethel, DE $64,646 Bridgeville, DE $64,799 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,121 Cheswold, DE $65,284

Clayton, DE $65,286 Dagsboro, DE $64,534 Delmar, DE $64,431 Ellendale, DE $64,626 Felton, DE $64,990 Fenwick Island, DE $64,548 Frankford, DE $64,436 Frederica, DE $65,055

Georgetown, DE $64,510 Greenwood, DE $64,809 Harbeson, DE $64,579 Harrington, DE $64,908 Hartly, DE $65,110 Houston, DE $64,815 Kenton, DE $65,289 Laurel, DE $64,471

Yorklyn, DE $65,063

Field Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Field Operator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 75% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Field Operator positions in Software & Networking or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Field Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Field Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$91,174	$44.0	40%
Internet	$84,661	$41.0	30%
Biotechnology	$81,405	$39.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$81,405	$39.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$74,893	$36.0	15%

Field Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field 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.

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$59,556

Average $65,124/year

$71,606

$4,963

Average $5,427/month

$5,967

$1,145

Average $1,252/week

$1,377

$29

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,606	$5,967	$1,377	$34
Average	$65,124	$5,427	$1,252	$31
25th Percentile	$59,556	$4,963	$1,145	$29

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