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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Project Manager in Texas is $74,857 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.
However, an Operations Project Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Operations Project Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $81,989 | $6,832 | $1,577 | $39 |
| Average | $74,857 | $6,238 | $1,440 | $36 |
| 25th Percentile | $68,329 | $5,694 | $1,314 | $33 |
Preferred Technologies, LLC - Grand Prairie, TX
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Occidental Petroleum Corporation - Conroe, TX
An Operations Project Manager'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 an Operations Project Manager'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 |
|---|---|
| Operation... Level Operations Project Manager | $74,333 |
| Project M... Level Operations Project Manager | $92,910 |
| Project M... Level Operations Project Manager | $113,706 |
| Project M... Level Operations Project Manager | $128,077 |
| Project M... Level Operations Project Manager | $151,044 |
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 Operations Project Managers. 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 Operations Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Operations Project Manager positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Operations Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $112,286 | $54.0 | 50% |
Understanding how an Operations Project Manager'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 | $81,989 | $6,832 | $1,577 | $39 |
| Average | $74,857 | $6,238 | $1,440 | $36 |
| 25th Percentile | $68,329 | $5,694 | $1,314 | $33 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Operations Project Manager job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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