It Service Operations Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an It Service Operations Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an It Service Operations Manager in the United States is $118,321 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,407
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,156 to $132,499
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,170
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View as table View as graph 25% $105,156 10% $93,170 90% $145,407 75% $132,499 $118,321 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

It Service Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $132,499 $11,042 $2,548 $64
Average $118,321 $9,860 $2,275 $57
25th Percentile $105,156 $8,763 $2,022 $51
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Key Factors That Influence It Service Operations Manager Salaries

An It Service 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects It Service Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an It Service 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): $83,240
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $98,654
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $119,236
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,209
  • Expert (over 8 years): $175,892
Levels Salary
Help Desk... Level It Service Operations Manager$83,240
Help Desk... Level It Service Operations Manager$98,654
It Servic... Level It Service Operations Manager$119,236
Help Desk... Level It Service Operations Manager$155,209
Help Desk... Level It Service Operations Manager$175,892
$83,240 0 yr
$98,654 < 2 yrs
$119,236 2-4 yrs
$155,209 5-8 yrs
$175,892 > 8 yrs
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What Am I Worth?

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

  • District of Columbia: $131,005.
  • California: $130,508.
  • Massachusetts: $128,769.

Top Paying Cities for It Service 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:

  • San Jose: $149,238
  • San Francisco: $147,604
  • Oakland: $144,494

What Skills Can Increase an It Service Operations Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.91% 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.
  • IT Support (Mentioned in 1.89% Job Postings): Assisting with managing, maintaining, and repairing business technology to ensure all IT functions work seamlessly.
  • KPI (Mentioned in 1.16% Job Postings): KPI stands for key performance indicator, a quantifiable measure of performance over time for a specific objective.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.91%
IT Support 1.89%
KPI 1.16%
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 an It Service Operations Manager's salary.
  • Collaboration: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Prioritization: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Project Management: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Collaboration
$124,237
5%
Prioritization
$124,237
5%
Project Management
$124,237
5%
KPI
$124,237
5%
Operations Management
$124,237
5%
Process Improvement
$124,237
5%
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It Service Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For It Service Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 27% above the average. In contrast, It Service Operations Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view It Service Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an It Service Operations Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$150,268$72.027%
Software & Networking$146,718$71.024%
Biotechnology$144,352$69.022%
Pharmaceuticals$140,802$68.019%
Internet$136,069$65.015%

How Education impacts an It Service Operations Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many It Service Operations Managers 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 an It Service Operations Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $109,929 and $117,561).

It Service Operations Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for It Service Operations Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.5%
High School 22.0%
Associates 19.9%
Bachelors 45.7%
Masters 10.9%
Doctorate 0.0%
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It Service Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an It Service 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 August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for It Service Operations Manager

Salaries for an It Service Operations Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $127,690 in 2023 to around $126,004 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of It Service Operations Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of It Service Operations Manager Over Time

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2023
$127,690
2024
$126,776
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$126,004
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2024 $126,776
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Most common benefits for It Service Operations Manager

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about It Service Operations Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for It Service Operations Manager?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for It Service Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 27% above the market median.

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