What are the main factors that influence a Building Operations Manager'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 Building Operations Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Building Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change A Building Operations Manager's salary?

A Building Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Facilities Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $83,262, a Facilities Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $92,520, a Building Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $105,227, a Facilities Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $134,603, a Facilities Director (5+ years)earns $172,367,

What are the highest paying states for a Building Operations Manager?

Building Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Building Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $114,035, California $113,602, Massachusetts $112,088. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Building Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Building Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Director of Building and Facilities Operations: $174,500; Construction and Building Senior Project Manager: $147,900; Senior Manager of Building and Facilities Operations: $136,300; Building Services Manager: $121,363; Assistant Building Manager: $115,720.

Building Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Building Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Building Operations Manager in Delaware is $104,302 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,746
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,991 to $115,003
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,873

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Building Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,003	$9,584	$2,212	$55
Average	$104,302	$8,692	$2,006	$50
25th Percentile	$90,991	$7,583	$1,750	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Building Operations Manager Salaries

A Building 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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Building Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Building 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): $83,262
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,520
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,227
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $134,603
Expert (over 8 years): $172,367

Levels	Salary
Facilitie... Level Building Operations Manager	$83,262
Facilitie... Level Building Operations Manager	$92,520
Building ... Level Building Operations Manager	$105,227
Facilitie... Level Building Operations Manager	$134,603
Facilitie... Level Building Operations Manager	$172,367

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How Do Building 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 Building Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $114,035.
California: $113,602.
Massachusetts: $112,088.

District of Columbia $114,035 California $113,602 Massachusetts $112,088 Washington $111,676 New Jersey $111,635 Alaska $111,491 Connecticut $110,070 New York $109,493

Hawaii $107,649 Rhode Island $106,784 Maryland $106,197 Minnesota $105,394 Colorado $105,085 Illinois $104,982 Oregon $104,590 Delaware $104,302

New Hampshire $104,121 Virginia $103,715 Pennsylvania $102,531 Nevada $101,933 North Dakota $101,737 Michigan $101,428 Wisconsin $101,315 Vermont $101,089

Texas $100,460 Maine $100,419 Arizona $100,357 Ohio $100,285 Georgia $99,338 Indiana $98,864 Wyoming $98,771 Utah $98,627

Iowa $98,565 Kansas $98,071 Louisiana $97,927 North Carolina $97,875 Missouri $97,855 Florida $97,453 Montana $97,237 Nebraska $97,031

Kentucky $96,917 South Carolina $96,505 Tennessee $96,248 Idaho $96,145 New Mexico $95,393 Oklahoma $95,228 Alabama $94,621 South Dakota $93,601

Arkansas $93,045 West Virginia $92,746 Mississippi $91,850

Top Paying Cities for Building 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:

Lincoln: $103,832
Little Creek: $104,592
Magnolia: $104,442

Lincoln, DE $103,832 Little Creek, DE $104,592 Magnolia, DE $104,442 Milford, DE $104,096 Marydel, DE $104,267 Millsboro, DE $103,397 Millville, DE $103,556 Milton, DE $103,736

Nassau, DE $103,811 Ocean View, DE $103,539 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,738 Seaford, DE $103,796 Selbyville, DE $103,367 Smyrna, DE $104,665 Viola, DE $104,183 Woodside, DE $104,463

Bear, DE $104,222 Newark, DE $104,183 Claymont, DE $104,396 Delaware City, DE $104,287 Hockessin, DE $104,173 Kirkwood, DE $104,267 Middletown, DE $104,307 Montchanin, DE $104,197

New Castle, DE $104,212 Odessa, DE $104,359 Port Penn, DE $104,429 Rockland, DE $104,207 Saint Georges, DE $104,274 Townsend, DE $104,435 Winterthur, DE $104,220 Lewes, DE $103,776

Wilmington, DE $104,178 Dover, DE $104,592 Dover Afb, DE $104,041 Bethany Beach, DE $103,430 Bethel, DE $103,537 Bridgeville, DE $103,781 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,298 Cheswold, DE $104,558

Clayton, DE $104,562 Dagsboro, DE $103,358 Delmar, DE $103,192 Ellendale, DE $103,505 Felton, DE $104,088 Fenwick Island, DE $103,380 Frankford, DE $103,200 Frederica, DE $104,191

Georgetown, DE $103,318 Greenwood, DE $103,797 Harbeson, DE $103,429 Harrington, DE $103,956 Hartly, DE $104,279 Houston, DE $103,808 Kenton, DE $104,567 Laurel, DE $103,257

Yorklyn, DE $104,204

Building Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Building Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Building Operations Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Building Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Building Operations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$114,732	$55.0	10%
Biotechnology	$114,732	$55.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$114,732	$55.0	10%
Financial Services	$114,732	$55.0	10%
Healthcare	$114,732	$55.0	10%

Building Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Building 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 July 01, 2026

$90,991

Average $104,302/year

$115,003

$7,583

Average $8,692/month

$9,584

$1,750

Average $2,006/week

$2,212

$44

Average $50/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$115,003	$9,584	$2,212	$55
Average	$104,302	$8,692	$2,006	$50
25th Percentile	$90,991	$7,583	$1,750	$44

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