What are the main factors that influence a Business Operation 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 Business Operation Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Business Operation Manager roles, with salaries approximately 8% above the market median.

How does experience change A Business Operation Manager's salary?

A Business Operation Manager's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $67,723, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $97,024, an Business Operation Manager (5+ years)earns $110,125, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $149,285, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $207,169,

What are the highest paying states for a Business Operation Manager?

Business Operation Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Business Operation Manager roles are District of Columbia $119,342, California $118,889, Massachusetts $117,305. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Business Operation Manager roles make?

Salaries for Business Operation Manager level roles vary by specialization: Operation Program Manager: $149,081; Project Manager Operation: $113,900; Operation Support Manager: $108,635; Assistant Operation Manager: $107,099; Marketing Operation Manager: $105,942.

Business Operation Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Business Operation Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Business Operation Manager in Delaware is $109,156 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,195
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $95,202 to $122,262
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,498

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Business Operation Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,262	$10,189	$2,351	$59
Average	$109,156	$9,096	$2,099	$52
25th Percentile	$95,202	$7,934	$1,831	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Business Operation Manager Salaries

A Business Operation 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 Business Operation Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Business Operation 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): $67,723
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,024
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,125
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,285
Expert (over 8 years): $207,169

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Business Operation Manager	$67,723
Operation... Level Business Operation Manager	$97,024
Business ... Level Business Operation Manager	$110,125
Senior Op... Level Business Operation Manager	$149,285
Operation... Level Business Operation Manager	$207,169

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

District of Columbia: $119,342.
California: $118,889.
Massachusetts: $117,305.

District of Columbia $119,342 California $118,889 Massachusetts $117,305 Washington $116,873 New Jersey $116,830 Alaska $116,679 Connecticut $115,192 New York $114,588

Hawaii $112,659 Rhode Island $111,754 Maryland $111,139 Minnesota $110,298 Colorado $109,975 Illinois $109,867 Oregon $109,458 Delaware $109,156

New Hampshire $108,966 Virginia $108,542 Pennsylvania $107,302 Nevada $106,677 North Dakota $106,472 Michigan $106,149 Wisconsin $106,030 Vermont $105,793

Texas $105,135 Maine $105,092 Arizona $105,028 Ohio $104,952 Georgia $103,961 Indiana $103,465 Wyoming $103,368 Utah $103,217

Iowa $103,152 Kansas $102,635 Louisiana $102,484 North Carolina $102,430 Missouri $102,408 Florida $101,988 Montana $101,762 Nebraska $101,546

Kentucky $101,428 South Carolina $100,996 Tennessee $100,727 Idaho $100,619 New Mexico $99,832 Oklahoma $99,660 Alabama $99,024 South Dakota $97,957

Arkansas $97,375 West Virginia $97,062 Mississippi $96,124

Top Paying Cities for Business Operation 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: $108,664
Little Creek: $109,460
Magnolia: $109,302

Lincoln, DE $108,664 Little Creek, DE $109,460 Magnolia, DE $109,302 Milford, DE $108,940 Marydel, DE $109,119 Millsboro, DE $108,208 Millville, DE $108,376 Milton, DE $108,563

Nassau, DE $108,642 Ocean View, DE $108,357 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,565 Seaford, DE $108,627 Selbyville, DE $108,177 Smyrna, DE $109,535 Viola, DE $109,031 Woodside, DE $109,324

Bear, DE $109,072 Newark, DE $109,031 Claymont, DE $109,254 Delaware City, DE $109,140 Hockessin, DE $109,021 Kirkwood, DE $109,119 Middletown, DE $109,161 Montchanin, DE $109,046

New Castle, DE $109,062 Odessa, DE $109,215 Port Penn, DE $109,288 Rockland, DE $109,057 Saint Georges, DE $109,127 Townsend, DE $109,295 Winterthur, DE $109,070 Lewes, DE $108,605

Wilmington, DE $109,027 Dover, DE $109,460 Dover Afb, DE $108,883 Bethany Beach, DE $108,243 Bethel, DE $108,355 Bridgeville, DE $108,610 Camden Wyoming, DE $109,152 Cheswold, DE $109,424

Clayton, DE $109,428 Dagsboro, DE $108,167 Delmar, DE $107,994 Ellendale, DE $108,322 Felton, DE $108,932 Fenwick Island, DE $108,191 Frankford, DE $108,003 Frederica, DE $109,039

Georgetown, DE $108,127 Greenwood, DE $108,628 Harbeson, DE $108,242 Harrington, DE $108,794 Hartly, DE $109,132 Houston, DE $108,639 Kenton, DE $109,433 Laurel, DE $108,062

Yorklyn, DE $109,053

Business Operation Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Business Operation Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 18% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Business Services and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 8% above the average. In contrast, Business Operation Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Business Operation Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Business Operation Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$117,888	$57.0	8%
Construction	$117,888	$57.0	8%
Insurance	$116,797	$56.0	7%
Aerospace & Defense	$114,614	$55.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$114,614	$55.0	5%

Business Operation Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Business Operation 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.

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$95,202

Average $109,156/year

$122,262

$7,934

Average $9,096/month

$10,189

$1,831

Average $2,099/week

$2,351

$46

Average $52/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,262	$10,189	$2,351	$59
Average	$109,156	$9,096	$2,099	$52
25th Percentile	$95,202	$7,934	$1,831	$46

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