Brokerage Operations Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Brokerage Operations Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Brokerage Operations Manager in the United States is $154,075 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,196
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,815 to $172,982
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,832
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Brokerage Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $172,982 $14,415 $3,327 $83
Average $154,075 $12,840 $2,963 $74
25th Percentile $139,815 $11,651 $2,689 $67
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Key Factors That Influence Brokerage Operations Manager Salaries

A Brokerage Operations 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Brokerage Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Brokerage Operations 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $150,114
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $150,708
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,688
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,065
  • Expert (over 8 years): $160,317
Levels Salary
Entry Level Brokerage Operations Manager$150,114
Intermediate Level Brokerage Operations Manager$150,708
Senior Level Brokerage Operations Manager$152,688
Specialist Level Brokerage Operations Manager$155,065
Expert Level Brokerage Operations Manager$160,317
$150,114 0 yr
$150,708 < 2 yrs
$152,688 2-4 yrs
$155,065 5-8 yrs
$160,317 > 8 yrs
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How Do Brokerage Operations Manager 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 Brokerage Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $170,592.
  • California: $169,945.
  • Massachusetts: $167,680.

Top Paying Cities for Brokerage Operations Managers

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: $194,335
  • San Francisco: $192,207
  • Oakland: $188,156

What Skills Can Increase a Brokerage Operations Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 10.85% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Merchandising (Mentioned in 1.34% Job Postings): In the broadest sense, merchandising is any practice which contributes to the sale of products to a retail consumer. At a retail in-store level, merchandising refers to the variety of products available for sale and the display of those products in such a way that it stimulates interest and entices customers to make a purchase. In the profession of merchandising you are either employed by the store in which you work, or by an independent distributor. As a professional merchandiser, in a retail setting, you will not only know your products(I.e. coffee, juice, soda, etc.) but you will gauge other “vendors” like products as you tend to your job. Working with the store and other merchandisers, shelf space is often given or taken as need be in some locations(for some young merchandisers this is known as “war”) In retail commerce, visual display merchandising means merchandise sales using product design, selection, packaging, pricing, and display that stimulates consumers to spend more. This includes disciplines and discounting, physical presentation of products and displays, and the decisions about which products should be presented to which customers at what time.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 1.11% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 10.85%
Merchandising 1.34%
Housekeeping 1.11%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
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 a Brokerage Operations Manager's salary.
  • Lean: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Operations Management: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Lean
$178,727
16%
Operations Management
$174,105
13%
Analysis
$174,105
13%
Logistics
$174,105
13%
KPI
$169,483
10%
Onboarding
$166,401
8%
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Brokerage Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Brokerage Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 40% above the average. Conversely, Brokerage Operations Manager positions in Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Brokerage Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Brokerage Operations Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$215,705$104.040%

How Education impacts a Brokerage Operations Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Brokerage Operations Managers 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 a Brokerage Operations Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $115,922 and $139,896).

Brokerage Operations Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Brokerage Operations Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 10.0%
High School 10.0%
Associates 5.0%
Bachelors 55.0%
Masters 30.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Brokerage Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Brokerage Operations 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Brokerage Operations Manager

Salaries for a Brokerage Operations Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $102,546 in 2023 to around $102,822 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Brokerage Operations Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Brokerage Operations Manager Over Time

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2023
$102,546
2024
$103,564
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2024 $103,564
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    Columbus, OH

    Community Kitchen Inc. | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

    Zipline Logistics | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Brokerage Operations Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Brokerage Operations Manager?

The Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit industry offers the highest average compensation for Brokerage Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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