Operations Manager, Superintendent Salary in the United States

How much does an Operations Manager, Superintendent make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Manager, Superintendent in the United States is $109,830 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $136,534
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,108 to $123,808
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $85,525
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Operations Manager, Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $123,808 $10,317 $2,381 $60
Average $109,830 $9,153 $2,112 $53
25th Percentile $97,108 $8,092 $1,867 $47
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Key Factors That Influence Operations Manager, Superintendent Salaries

An Operations Manager, Superintendent'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Operations Manager, Superintendent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operations Manager, Superintendent'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): $66,912
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $95,859
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,802
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $147,499
  • Expert (over 8 years): $204,652
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Operation... Level Operations Manager, Superintendent$66,912
Operation... Level Operations Manager, Superintendent$95,859
Operation... Level Operations Manager, Superintendent$108,802
Senior Op... Level Operations Manager, Superintendent$147,499
Operation... Level Operations Manager, Superintendent$204,652
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$95,859 < 2 yrs
$108,802 2-4 yrs
$147,499 5-8 yrs
$204,652 > 8 yrs
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How Do Operations Manager, Superintendent 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 Operations Manager, Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $121,604.
  • California: $121,142.
  • Massachusetts: $119,528.

Top Paying Cities for Operations Manager, Superintendents

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:

  • San Jose: $138,529
  • San Francisco: $137,012
  • Oakland: $134,124

What Skills Can Increase an Operations Manager, Superintendent's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 12.75% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Product Quality (Mentioned in 1.6% Job Postings): Product quality refers to how well a product satisfies customer needs, serves its purpose and meets industry standards. When evaluating product quality, businesses consider several key factors, including whether a product solves a problem, works efficiently or suits customers' purposes.
  • Cost Control (Mentioned in 1.17% Job Postings): Managing and analyzing financial data in determining and reducing business expenses to increase revenue and profitability.
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Leadership 12.75%
Product Quality 1.6%
Cost Control 1.17%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Operations Manager, Superintendent's salary.
  • CVS: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Analytical Skills: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Influencing: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
CVS
 $120,813
10%
Analytical Skills
 $118,616
8%
Influencing
 $117,518
7%
Customer Satisfaction
 $116,420
6%
Supply Chain
 $116,420
6%
Project Management
 $116,420
6%
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How Education impacts an Operations Manager, Superintendent's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Operations Manager, Superintendents enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Operations Manager, Superintendent with a Bachelor's Degree is between $114,075 and $121,293).

Operations Manager, Superintendent Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Operations Manager, Superintendent
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.4%
High School 19.9%
Associates 11.4%
Bachelors 48.8%
Masters 18.9%
Doctorate 0.6%
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Operations Manager, Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operations Manager, Superintendent'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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$97,108
Average $109,830/year
$123,808
$8,092
Average $9,153/month
$10,317
$1,867
Average $2,112/week
$2,381
$47
Average $53/hour
$60
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $123,808 $10,317 $2,381 $60
Average $109,830 $9,153 $2,112 $53
25th Percentile $97,108 $8,092 $1,867 $47

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Salary Trends for Operations Manager, Superintendent

Salaries for an Operations Manager, Superintendent can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $100,293 in 2023 to around $100,504 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Operations Manager, Superintendent salary trends, .

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