What are the main factors that influence a Boom 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 Boom Operator?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Boom Operator roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Boom Operator's salary?

A Boom Operator's salary grows with experience: an Audio Visual Technician I (0-1 years)earns $50,727, an Boom Operator (1-3 years)earns $59,175, an Audio Visual Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,021, an Audio Visual Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $88,967, an Audio Visual Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,971,

What are the highest paying states for a Boom Operator?

Boom Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Boom Operator roles are District of Columbia $64,154, California $63,911, Massachusetts $63,059. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Boom Operator roles make?

Salaries for Boom Operator level roles vary by specialization: Concrete Boom Pump Operator: $77,912; Boom Truck Driver: $60,705; Operator, Assembly Operator: $55,925; Crane Operator: $52,057; Knuckle Boom Operator: $50,617.

Boom Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Boom Operator make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Boom Operator in Delaware is $58,678 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,232
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,521 to $65,249
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,005

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Boom Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,249	$5,437	$1,255	$31
Average	$58,678	$4,890	$1,128	$28
25th Percentile	$51,521	$4,293	$991	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Boom Operator Salaries

A Boom 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 Boom Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Boom 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): $50,727
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,175
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,021
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,967
Expert (over 8 years): $84,971

Levels	Salary
Audio Vis... Level Boom Operator	$50,727
Boom Oper... Level Boom Operator	$59,175
Audio Vis... Level Boom Operator	$72,021
Audio Vis... Level Boom Operator	$88,967
Audio Vis... Level Boom Operator	$84,971

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

District of Columbia: $64,154.
California: $63,911.
Massachusetts: $63,059.

District of Columbia $64,154 California $63,911 Massachusetts $63,059 Washington $62,827 New Jersey $62,804 Alaska $62,723 Connecticut $61,923 New York $61,599

Hawaii $60,562 Rhode Island $60,075 Maryland $59,745 Minnesota $59,293 Colorado $59,119 Illinois $59,061 Oregon $58,841 Delaware $58,678

New Hampshire $58,576 Virginia $58,348 Pennsylvania $57,682 Nevada $57,346 North Dakota $57,236 Michigan $57,062 Wisconsin $56,998 Vermont $56,871

Texas $56,517 Maine $56,494 Arizona $56,459 Ohio $56,419 Georgia $55,886 Indiana $55,619 Wyoming $55,567 Utah $55,486

Iowa $55,451 Kansas $55,173 Louisiana $55,092 North Carolina $55,063 Missouri $55,051 Florida $54,825 Montana $54,704 Nebraska $54,588

Kentucky $54,524 South Carolina $54,292 Tennessee $54,147 Idaho $54,089 New Mexico $53,666 Oklahoma $53,574 Alabama $53,232 South Dakota $52,658

Arkansas $52,345 West Virginia $52,177 Mississippi $51,673

Top Paying Cities for Boom 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: $58,414
Little Creek: $58,842
Magnolia: $58,757

Lincoln, DE $58,414 Little Creek, DE $58,842 Magnolia, DE $58,757 Milford, DE $58,563 Marydel, DE $58,659 Millsboro, DE $58,169 Millville, DE $58,259 Milton, DE $58,360

Nassau, DE $58,402 Ocean View, DE $58,249 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,361 Seaford, DE $58,394 Selbyville, DE $58,152 Smyrna, DE $58,882 Viola, DE $58,611 Woodside, DE $58,769

Bear, DE $58,633 Newark, DE $58,611 Claymont, DE $58,731 Delaware City, DE $58,670 Hockessin, DE $58,606 Kirkwood, DE $58,659 Middletown, DE $58,681 Montchanin, DE $58,619

New Castle, DE $58,628 Odessa, DE $58,710 Port Penn, DE $58,750 Rockland, DE $58,625 Saint Georges, DE $58,663 Townsend, DE $58,753 Winterthur, DE $58,632 Lewes, DE $58,382

Wilmington, DE $58,609 Dover, DE $58,842 Dover Afb, DE $58,532 Bethany Beach, DE $58,188 Bethel, DE $58,248 Bridgeville, DE $58,385 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,676 Cheswold, DE $58,823

Clayton, DE $58,824 Dagsboro, DE $58,147 Delmar, DE $58,054 Ellendale, DE $58,230 Felton, DE $58,558 Fenwick Island, DE $58,160 Frankford, DE $58,058 Frederica, DE $58,616

Georgetown, DE $58,125 Greenwood, DE $58,395 Harbeson, DE $58,187 Harrington, DE $58,484 Hartly, DE $58,666 Houston, DE $58,400 Kenton, DE $58,827 Laurel, DE $58,090

Yorklyn, DE $58,623

Boom Operator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Boom Operator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 85% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Boom Operator positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Boom Operator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Boom Operator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$76,282	$37.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$73,348	$35.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$71,588	$34.0	22%
Biotechnology	$70,414	$34.0	20%
Financial Services	$69,241	$33.0	18%

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

Understanding how a Boom 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$51,521

Average $58,678/year

$65,249

$4,293

Average $4,890/month

$5,437

$991

Average $1,128/week

$1,255

$25

Average $28/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,249	$5,437	$1,255	$31
Average	$58,678	$4,890	$1,128	$28
25th Percentile	$51,521	$4,293	$991	$25

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