What are the main factors that influence a Landfill Operations 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 Landfill Operations Manager?

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

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

A Landfill Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $64,653, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $92,626, an Landfill Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $105,133, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $142,518, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $197,778,

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

Landfill Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Landfill Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $113,932, California $113,500, Massachusetts $111,987. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Landfill Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Enterprise Operations Manager: $151,911; Landfill Manager: $116,733; Operations Manager: $106,695; Landfill Gas Technician: $93,292; Slot Operations Manager: $86,525.

Landfill Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Landfill Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Landfill Operations Manager in Delaware is $104,208 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $50.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $128,113
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,887 to $116,721
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,759

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Landfill Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,721	$9,727	$2,245	$56
Average	$104,208	$8,684	$2,004	$50
25th Percentile	$90,887	$7,574	$1,748	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Landfill Operations Manager Salaries

A Landfill 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 Experience Level Affects Landfill Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Landfill 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): $64,653
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,626
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,133
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,518
Expert (over 8 years): $197,778

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Landfill Operations Manager	$64,653
Operation... Level Landfill Operations Manager	$92,626
Landfill ... Level Landfill Operations Manager	$105,133
Senior Op... Level Landfill Operations Manager	$142,518
Operation... Level Landfill Operations Manager	$197,778

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

District of Columbia: $113,932.
California: $113,500.
Massachusetts: $111,987.

District of Columbia $113,932 California $113,500 Massachusetts $111,987 Washington $111,576 New Jersey $111,534 Alaska $111,390 Connecticut $109,970 New York $109,394

Hawaii $107,552 Rhode Island $106,688 Maryland $106,101 Minnesota $105,299 Colorado $104,990 Illinois $104,887 Oregon $104,496 Delaware $104,208

New Hampshire $104,027 Virginia $103,621 Pennsylvania $102,438 Nevada $101,841 North Dakota $101,646 Michigan $101,337 Wisconsin $101,224 Vermont $100,997

Texas $100,370 Maine $100,328 Arizona $100,267 Ohio $100,195 Georgia $99,248 Indiana $98,775 Wyoming $98,682 Utah $98,538

Iowa $98,476 Kansas $97,982 Louisiana $97,838 North Carolina $97,787 Missouri $97,766 Florida $97,365 Montana $97,149 Nebraska $96,943

Kentucky $96,830 South Carolina $96,418 Tennessee $96,161 Idaho $96,058 New Mexico $95,307 Oklahoma $95,142 Alabama $94,535 South Dakota $93,516

Arkansas $92,961 West Virginia $92,662 Mississippi $91,767

Top Paying Cities for Landfill 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: $103,739
Little Creek: $104,498
Magnolia: $104,348

Lincoln, DE $103,739 Little Creek, DE $104,498 Magnolia, DE $104,348 Milford, DE $104,002 Marydel, DE $104,173 Millsboro, DE $103,303 Millville, DE $103,463 Milton, DE $103,642

Nassau, DE $103,717 Ocean View, DE $103,445 Rehoboth Beach, DE $103,644 Seaford, DE $103,703 Selbyville, DE $103,274 Smyrna, DE $104,570 Viola, DE $104,088 Woodside, DE $104,368

Bear, DE $104,128 Newark, DE $104,088 Claymont, DE $104,301 Delaware City, DE $104,192 Hockessin, DE $104,079 Kirkwood, DE $104,173 Middletown, DE $104,213 Montchanin, DE $104,103

New Castle, DE $104,118 Odessa, DE $104,264 Port Penn, DE $104,334 Rockland, DE $104,113 Saint Georges, DE $104,180 Townsend, DE $104,341 Winterthur, DE $104,126 Lewes, DE $103,682

Wilmington, DE $104,084 Dover, DE $104,498 Dover Afb, DE $103,948 Bethany Beach, DE $103,336 Bethel, DE $103,443 Bridgeville, DE $103,687 Camden Wyoming, DE $104,204 Cheswold, DE $104,464

Clayton, DE $104,467 Dagsboro, DE $103,264 Delmar, DE $103,099 Ellendale, DE $103,411 Felton, DE $103,994 Fenwick Island, DE $103,287 Frankford, DE $103,107 Frederica, DE $104,097

Georgetown, DE $103,225 Greenwood, DE $103,704 Harbeson, DE $103,335 Harrington, DE $103,862 Hartly, DE $104,185 Houston, DE $103,714 Kenton, DE $104,472 Laurel, DE $103,163

Yorklyn, DE $104,110

Landfill Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Landfill Operations 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, Landfill Operations Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Landfill Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Landfill Operations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$112,544	$54.0	8%
Construction	$112,544	$54.0	8%
Insurance	$111,502	$54.0	7%
Aerospace & Defense	$109,418	$53.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$109,418	$53.0	5%

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

Understanding how a Landfill 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.

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$90,887

Average $104,208/year

$116,721

$7,574

Average $8,684/month

$9,727

$1,748

Average $2,004/week

$2,245

$44

Average $50/hour

$56

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$116,721	$9,727	$2,245	$56
Average	$104,208	$8,684	$2,004	$50
25th Percentile	$90,887	$7,574	$1,748	$44

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