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: starting around $52,336 for beginners, reaching about $53,772 at mid-level, and approach $54,089 for experts.

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 $53,645, California $53,441, Massachusetts $52,729. 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: $106,088; Entry Level Associate Attorney: $96,850; Entry Level Associate Scientist: $83,238; Entry Level Associate: $73,618; Entry Level Tax Associate: $65,456.

Entry Level Operations Associate Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Operations Associate in District of Columbia is $53,645 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): $62,373
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,190 to $58,214
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,135

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Entry Level Operations Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,214	$4,851	$1,119	$28
Average	$53,645	$4,470	$1,032	$26
25th Percentile	$49,190	$4,099	$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): $52,336
Early Career (1-2 years): $52,820
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $53,772
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $53,962
Expert (over 8 years): $54,089

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$52,336
Intermediate Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$52,820
Senior Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$53,772
Specialist Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$53,962
Expert Level Entry Level Operations Associate	$54,089

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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: $53,645.
California: $53,441.
Massachusetts: $52,729.

District of Columbia $53,645 California $53,441 Massachusetts $52,729 Washington $52,535 New Jersey $52,516 Alaska $52,448 Connecticut $51,779 New York $51,508

Hawaii $50,641 Rhode Island $50,234 Maryland $49,958 Minnesota $49,580 Colorado $49,434 Illinois $49,386 Oregon $49,202 Delaware $49,066

New Hampshire $48,981 Virginia $48,790 Pennsylvania $48,233 Nevada $47,952 North Dakota $47,860 Michigan $47,714 Wisconsin $47,661 Vermont $47,555

Texas $47,259 Maine $47,240 Arizona $47,211 Ohio $47,177 Georgia $46,731 Indiana $46,508 Wyoming $46,464 Utah $46,397

Iowa $46,368 Kansas $46,135 Louisiana $46,067 North Carolina $46,043 Missouri $46,033 Florida $45,844 Montana $45,742 Nebraska $45,646

Kentucky $45,592 South Carolina $45,398 Tennessee $45,277 Idaho $45,229 New Mexico $44,875 Oklahoma $44,798 Alabama $44,512 South Dakota $44,032

Arkansas $43,771 West Virginia $43,630 Mississippi $43,209

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: $53,645
Washington: $53,645
Naval Anacost Annex: $53,645

Parcel Return Service, DC $53,645 Washington, DC $53,645 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $53,645 Washington Navy Yard, DC $53,645

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 January 01, 2026

$49,190

Average $53,645/year

$58,214

$4,099

Average $4,470/month

$4,851

$946

Average $1,032/week

$1,119

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,214	$4,851	$1,119	$28
Average	$53,645	$4,470	$1,032	$26
25th Percentile	$49,190	$4,099	$946	$24

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