Director Of Network Operations Salary in the United States

How much does a Director Of Network Operations make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director Of Network Operations in the United States is $199,406 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $96.

However, a Director Of Network Operations's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $232,147
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $187,198 to $216,544
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $176,083
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Director Of Network Operations Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $216,544 $18,045 $4,164 $104
Average $199,406 $16,617 $3,835 $96
25th Percentile $187,198 $15,600 $3,600 $90
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Key Factors That Influence Director Of Network Operations Salaries

A Director Of Network Operations'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 Director Of Network Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director Of Network Operations'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): $115,090
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $124,886
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $142,348
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $166,628
  • Expert (over 8 years): $200,253
Levels Salary
Telecommu... Level Director Of Network Operations$115,090
Telecommu... Level Director Of Network Operations$124,886
Telecommu... Level Director Of Network Operations$142,348
Telecommu... Level Director Of Network Operations$166,628
Director ... Level Director Of Network Operations$200,253
$115,090 0 yr
$124,886 < 2 yrs
$142,348 2-4 yrs
$166,628 5-8 yrs
$200,253 > 8 yrs
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How Do Director Of Network Operations 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 Director Of Network Operations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $220,782.
  • California: $219,945.
  • Massachusetts: $217,014.

Top Paying Cities for Director Of Network Operations

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: $251,511
  • San Francisco: $248,757
  • Oakland: $243,515

What Skills Can Increase a Director Of Network Operations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.33% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Account Management (Mentioned in 1.85% Job Postings): An Account Manager has the role of managing sales and relationships with particular customers. An Account Manager maintains existing relationships with clients so that the business they work for is continously successful.
  • Onboarding (Mentioned in 1.85% Job Postings): Onboarding, also known as organizational socialization, is management jargon first created in the 1970's that refers to the mechanism through which new employees acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviors in order to become effective organizational members and insiders. It is the process of integrating a new employee into the organization and its culture. Tactics used in this process include formal meetings, lectures, videos, printed materials, or computer-based orientations to introduce newcomers to their new jobs and organizations. Research has demonstrated that these socialization techniques lead to positive outcomes for new employees such as higher job satisfaction, better job performance, greater organizational commitment, and reduction in occupational stress and intent to quit.. These outcomes are particularly important to an organization looking to retain a competitive advantage in an increasingly mobile and globalized workforce. In the United States, for example, up to 25% of workers are organizational newcomers engaged in an onboarding process. The term induction is used instead in regions such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and parts of Europe. This is known in some parts of the world as training.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.33%
Account Management 1.85%
Onboarding 1.85%
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 Director Of Network Operations's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 36%.
  • Flexibility: Can increase your salary by up to 26%.
  • Cross-Selling: Can increase your salary by up to 25%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$271,192
36%
Flexibility
$251,252
26%
Cross-Selling
$249,258
25%
Relationship Management
$241,281
21%
Critical Thinking
$233,305
17%
Collaboration
$229,317
15%
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Director Of Network Operations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Director Of Network Operations roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 95% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and Telecom sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Director Of Network Operations positions in Biotechnology or Chemicals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Director Of Network Operations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Director Of Network Operations

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale$299,109$144.050%
Telecom$279,168$134.040%
Aerospace & Defense$259,228$125.030%
Business Services$249,258$120.025%
Construction$239,287$115.020%

How Education impacts a Director Of Network Operations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Director Of Network Operations 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 Director Of Network Operations with a Bachelor's Degree is between $189,695 and $207,464).

Director Of Network Operations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Director Of Network Operations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 4.0%
High School 9.9%
Associates 4.0%
Bachelors 39.6%
Masters 38.6%
Doctorate 4.0%
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Director Of Network Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director Of Network Operations'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 Director Of Network Operations

Salaries for a Director Of Network Operations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $199,625 in 2023 to around $199,613 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Director Of Network Operations salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Director Of Network Operations Over Time

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$199,625
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$201,124
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2025 $199,613
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FAQ about Director Of Network Operations

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Director Of Network Operations?

The Retail & Wholesale industry offers the highest average compensation for Director Of Network Operations roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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