What are the main factors that influence a Dynamic Positioning Operator's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Dynamic Positioning Operator's salary?

A Dynamic Positioning Operator's salary grows with experience: starting around $84,296 for beginners, reaching about $86,122 at mid-level, and approach $88,373 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Dynamic Positioning Operator?

Dynamic Positioning Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Dynamic Positioning Operator roles are District of Columbia $95,233, California $94,872, Massachusetts $93,608. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Dynamic Positioning Operator roles make?

Salaries for Dynamic Positioning Operator level roles vary by specialization: Dynamic Marketing Leader: $125,959; Dynamic Engineering: $109,587; Dynamic Assessment Instructor: $69,054; Dennys Dynamic Restaurant Manager: $59,226; Operator: $47,124.

Dynamic Positioning Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Dynamic Positioning Operator make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dynamic Positioning Operator in Delaware is $87,105 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $42.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,136
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,993 to $89,738
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,786

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Dynamic Positioning Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,738	$7,478	$1,726	$43
Average	$87,105	$7,259	$1,675	$42
25th Percentile	$76,993	$6,416	$1,481	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Dynamic Positioning Operator Salaries

A Dynamic Positioning 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 Dynamic Positioning Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dynamic Positioning 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): $84,296
Early Career (1-2 years): $84,717
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $86,122
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,807
Expert (over 8 years): $88,373

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Dynamic Positioning Operator	$84,296
Intermediate Level Dynamic Positioning Operator	$84,717
Senior Level Dynamic Positioning Operator	$86,122
Specialist Level Dynamic Positioning Operator	$87,807
Expert Level Dynamic Positioning Operator	$88,373

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

District of Columbia: $95,233.
California: $94,872.
Massachusetts: $93,608.

District of Columbia $95,233 California $94,872 Massachusetts $93,608 Washington $93,264 New Jersey $93,229 Alaska $93,109 Connecticut $91,922 New York $91,440

Hawaii $89,900 Rhode Island $89,178 Maryland $88,688 Minnesota $88,017 Colorado $87,759 Illinois $87,673 Oregon $87,346 Delaware $87,105

New Hampshire $86,954 Virginia $86,615 Pennsylvania $85,626 Nevada $85,127 North Dakota $84,963 Michigan $84,705 Wisconsin $84,611 Vermont $84,421

Texas $83,897 Maine $83,862 Arizona $83,811 Ohio $83,751 Georgia $82,959 Indiana $82,564 Wyoming $82,486 Utah $82,366

Iowa $82,314 Kansas $81,901 Louisiana $81,781 North Carolina $81,738 Missouri $81,721 Florida $81,385 Montana $81,205 Nebraska $81,033

Kentucky $80,938 South Carolina $80,594 Tennessee $80,379 Idaho $80,293 New Mexico $79,665 Oklahoma $79,527 Alabama $79,020 South Dakota $78,168

Arkansas $77,704 West Virginia $77,454 Mississippi $76,706

Top Paying Cities for Dynamic Positioning 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: $90,150
Little Creek: $89,316
Magnolia: $89,685

Lincoln, DE $90,150 Little Creek, DE $89,316 Magnolia, DE $89,685 Milford, DE $90,150 Marydel, DE $88,980 Millsboro, DE $90,150 Millville, DE $90,752 Milton, DE $90,150

Nassau, DE $90,150 Ocean View, DE $90,752 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,752 Seaford, DE $89,204 Selbyville, DE $90,752 Smyrna, DE $88,877 Viola, DE $89,685 Woodside, DE $89,427

Bear, DE $88,223 Newark, DE $88,258 Claymont, DE $88,326 Delaware City, DE $88,258 Hockessin, DE $88,326 Kirkwood, DE $88,258 Middletown, DE $88,696 Montchanin, DE $88,326

New Castle, DE $88,326 Odessa, DE $88,817 Port Penn, DE $88,017 Rockland, DE $88,326 Saint Georges, DE $88,258 Townsend, DE $88,688 Winterthur, DE $88,326 Lewes, DE $90,150

Wilmington, DE $88,326 Dover, DE $89,273 Dover Afb, DE $89,479 Bethany Beach, DE $90,752 Bethel, DE $89,204 Bridgeville, DE $90,150 Camden Wyoming, DE $89,367 Cheswold, DE $89,066

Clayton, DE $88,843 Dagsboro, DE $90,752 Delmar, DE $89,204 Ellendale, DE $90,150 Felton, DE $90,150 Fenwick Island, DE $90,752 Frankford, DE $90,752 Frederica, DE $90,150

Georgetown, DE $90,150 Greenwood, DE $90,150 Harbeson, DE $90,150 Harrington, DE $90,150 Hartly, DE $88,800 Houston, DE $90,150 Kenton, DE $88,843 Laurel, DE $89,204

Yorklyn, DE $88,326

Dynamic Positioning Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Dynamic Positioning 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 January 01, 2026

$76,993

Average $87,105/year

$89,738

$6,416

Average $7,259/month

$7,478

$1,481

Average $1,675/week

$1,726

$37

Average $42/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,738	$7,478	$1,726	$43
Average	$87,105	$7,259	$1,675	$42
25th Percentile	$76,993	$6,416	$1,481	$37

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