What are the main factors that influence a Hotel Operations Manager's salary?

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

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

A Hotel Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Hotel Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $41,586, a Hotel Manager Assistant (3-5 years)earns $67,870, a Hotel Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $95,371,

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

Hotel Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hotel Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $103,260, California $102,869, Massachusetts $101,498. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Hotel Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Hotel General Manager: $95,700; Hotel Manager: $95,658; Hotel On-Site Operations Manager: $81,812; Hotel Operations Manager - Residences: $78,600; Hotel Resident Manager: $78,567.

Hotel Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Hotel Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hotel Operations Manager in Delaware is $94,447 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,385
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,139 to $100,173
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,023

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Hotel Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,173	$8,348	$1,926	$48
Average	$94,447	$7,871	$1,816	$45
25th Percentile	$81,139	$6,762	$1,560	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Hotel Operations Manager Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $103,260.
California: $102,869.
Massachusetts: $101,498.

District of Columbia $103,260 California $102,869 Massachusetts $101,498 Washington $101,125 New Jersey $101,087 Alaska $100,957 Connecticut $99,670 New York $99,148

Hawaii $97,478 Rhode Island $96,695 Maryland $96,163 Minnesota $95,436 Colorado $95,156 Illinois $95,063 Oregon $94,708 Delaware $94,447

New Hampshire $94,283 Virginia $93,916 Pennsylvania $92,843 Nevada $92,302 North Dakota $92,125 Michigan $91,845 Wisconsin $91,743 Vermont $91,537

Texas $90,968 Maine $90,931 Arizona $90,875 Ohio $90,810 Georgia $89,952 Indiana $89,523 Wyoming $89,439 Utah $89,308

Iowa $89,252 Kansas $88,805 Louisiana $88,674 North Carolina $88,628 Missouri $88,609 Florida $88,245 Montana $88,049 Nebraska $87,863

Kentucky $87,760 South Carolina $87,387 Tennessee $87,154 Idaho $87,061 New Mexico $86,380 Oklahoma $86,231 Alabama $85,680 South Dakota $84,757

Arkansas $84,254 West Virginia $83,983 Mississippi $83,172

Top Paying Cities for Hotel 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: $97,749
Little Creek: $96,844
Magnolia: $97,245

Lincoln, DE $97,749 Little Creek, DE $96,844 Magnolia, DE $97,245 Milford, DE $97,749 Marydel, DE $96,480 Millsboro, DE $97,749 Millville, DE $98,401 Milton, DE $97,749

Nassau, DE $97,749 Ocean View, DE $98,401 Rehoboth Beach, DE $98,401 Seaford, DE $96,723 Selbyville, DE $98,401 Smyrna, DE $96,368 Viola, DE $97,245 Woodside, DE $96,965

Bear, DE $95,660 Newark, DE $95,697 Claymont, DE $95,771 Delaware City, DE $95,697 Hockessin, DE $95,771 Kirkwood, DE $95,697 Middletown, DE $96,172 Montchanin, DE $95,771

New Castle, DE $95,771 Odessa, DE $96,303 Port Penn, DE $95,436 Rockland, DE $95,771 Saint Georges, DE $95,697 Townsend, DE $96,163 Winterthur, DE $95,771 Lewes, DE $97,749

Wilmington, DE $95,771 Dover, DE $96,797 Dover Afb, DE $97,021 Bethany Beach, DE $98,401 Bethel, DE $96,723 Bridgeville, DE $97,749 Camden Wyoming, DE $96,900 Cheswold, DE $96,574

Clayton, DE $96,331 Dagsboro, DE $98,401 Delmar, DE $96,723 Ellendale, DE $97,749 Felton, DE $97,749 Fenwick Island, DE $98,401 Frankford, DE $98,401 Frederica, DE $97,749

Georgetown, DE $97,749 Greenwood, DE $97,749 Harbeson, DE $97,749 Harrington, DE $97,749 Hartly, DE $96,284 Houston, DE $97,749 Kenton, DE $96,331 Laurel, DE $96,723

Yorklyn, DE $95,771

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

Understanding how a Hotel 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 January 01, 2026

$81,139

Average $94,447/year

$100,173

$6,762

Average $7,871/month

$8,348

$1,560

Average $1,816/week

$1,926

$39

Average $45/hour

$48

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$100,173	$8,348	$1,926	$48
Average	$94,447	$7,871	$1,816	$45
25th Percentile	$81,139	$6,762	$1,560	$39

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