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

An Entry Level Operations Associate's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Operations Associate (0-2 years)earns $52,680, a Banking Operations Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $60,200, a Banking Operations Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $71,984, a Banking Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $70,323, a Banking Operations Senior Supervisor (7+ years)earns $80,454,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Operations Associate?

Entry Level Operations Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Operations Associate roles are District of Columbia $53,630, California $53,427, Massachusetts $52,715. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Operations Associate roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Operations Associate level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Operations Manager: $106,103; Entry Level Associate Attorney: $96,833; Entry Level Associate Scientist: $83,231; Entry Level Associate: $73,614; Entry Level Tax Associate: $65,463.

Entry Level Operations Associate Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Operations Associate in District of Columbia is $53,630 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,350
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,174 to $58,194
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,116

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Entry Level Operations Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,194	$4,850	$1,119	$28
Average	$53,630	$4,469	$1,031	$26
25th Percentile	$49,174	$4,098	$946	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Operations Associate Salaries

An Entry Level Operations Associate'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 Operations Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Operations Associate'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): $52,680
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,200
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $71,984
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $70,323
Expert (over 8 years): $80,454

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$52,680
Banking O... Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$60,200
Banking O... Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$71,984
Banking O... Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$70,323
Banking O... Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$80,454

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How Do Entry Level Operations Associate 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 Operations Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,630.
California: $53,427.
Massachusetts: $52,715.

District of Columbia $53,630 California $53,427 Massachusetts $52,715 Washington $52,521 New Jersey $52,502 Alaska $52,434 Connecticut $51,766 New York $51,494

Hawaii $50,627 Rhode Island $50,220 Maryland $49,944 Minnesota $49,567 Colorado $49,421 Illinois $49,373 Oregon $49,189 Delaware $49,053

New Hampshire $48,968 Virginia $48,777 Pennsylvania $48,220 Nevada $47,939 North Dakota $47,847 Michigan $47,702 Wisconsin $47,648 Vermont $47,542

Texas $47,246 Maine $47,227 Arizona $47,198 Ohio $47,164 Georgia $46,718 Indiana $46,496 Wyoming $46,452 Utah $46,384

Iowa $46,355 Kansas $46,123 Louisiana $46,055 North Carolina $46,031 Missouri $46,021 Florida $45,832 Montana $45,730 Nebraska $45,633

Kentucky $45,580 South Carolina $45,386 Tennessee $45,265 Idaho $45,217 New Mexico $44,863 Oklahoma $44,786 Alabama $44,500 South Dakota $44,020

Arkansas $43,759 West Virginia $43,618 Mississippi $43,197

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Operations Associates

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: $53,630
Washington: $53,630
Naval Anacost Annex: $53,630

Parcel Return Service, DC $53,630 Washington, DC $53,630 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $53,630 Washington Navy Yard, DC $53,630

Entry Level Operations Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Operations Associate'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 March 01, 2026

$49,174

Average $53,630/year

$58,194

$4,098

Average $4,469/month

$4,850

$946

Average $1,031/week

$1,119

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,194	$4,850	$1,119	$28
Average	$53,630	$4,469	$1,031	$26
25th Percentile	$49,174	$4,098	$946	$24

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