What are the main factors that influence an Operational Controller'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 Operational Controller?

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

How does experience change An Operational Controller's salary?

An Operational Controller's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $67,550, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $96,776, an Operational Controller (5+ years)earns $109,844, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $148,904, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $206,640,

What are the highest paying states for an Operational Controller?

Operational Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operational Controller roles are District of Columbia $119,037, California $118,586, Massachusetts $117,005. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operational Controller roles make?

Salaries for Operational Controller level roles vary by specialization: Operational Psychologist: $306,322; Controller: $253,874; Operational Specialist: $116,700; Operational Manager: $103,941; Operational Researcher: $98,378.

Operational Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operational Controller make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operational Controller in Delaware is $108,877 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $52.

However, an Operational Controller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $133,855
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,959 to $121,951
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $82,288

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Operational Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,951	$10,163	$2,345	$59
Average	$108,877	$9,073	$2,094	$52
25th Percentile	$94,959	$7,913	$1,826	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Operational Controller Salaries

An Operational Controller'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 Operational Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operational Controller'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): $67,550
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,776
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,844
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,904
Expert (over 8 years): $206,640

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$67,550
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$96,776
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$109,844
Senior Op... Level Operational Controller	$148,904
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$206,640

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How Do Operational Controller 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 Operational Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $119,037.
California: $118,586.
Massachusetts: $117,005.

District of Columbia $119,037 California $118,586 Massachusetts $117,005 Washington $116,575 New Jersey $116,532 Alaska $116,382 Connecticut $114,898 New York $114,296

Hawaii $112,372 Rhode Island $111,468 Maryland $110,856 Minnesota $110,017 Colorado $109,694 Illinois $109,587 Oregon $109,178 Delaware $108,877

New Hampshire $108,688 Virginia $108,265 Pennsylvania $107,028 Nevada $106,405 North Dakota $106,200 Michigan $105,878 Wisconsin $105,760 Vermont $105,523

Texas $104,867 Maine $104,824 Arizona $104,760 Ohio $104,684 Georgia $103,695 Indiana $103,201 Wyoming $103,104 Utah $102,953

Iowa $102,889 Kansas $102,373 Louisiana $102,222 North Carolina $102,169 Missouri $102,147 Florida $101,728 Montana $101,502 Nebraska $101,287

Kentucky $101,169 South Carolina $100,739 Tennessee $100,470 Idaho $100,362 New Mexico $99,578 Oklahoma $99,406 Alabama $98,771 South Dakota $97,707

Arkansas $97,126 West Virginia $96,815 Mississippi $95,879

Top Paying Cities for Operational Controllers

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: $108,387
Little Creek: $109,181
Magnolia: $109,024

Lincoln, DE $108,387 Little Creek, DE $109,181 Magnolia, DE $109,024 Milford, DE $108,662 Marydel, DE $108,841 Millsboro, DE $107,932 Millville, DE $108,099 Milton, DE $108,286

Nassau, DE $108,365 Ocean View, DE $108,081 Rehoboth Beach, DE $108,288 Seaford, DE $108,350 Selbyville, DE $107,901 Smyrna, DE $109,256 Viola, DE $108,753 Woodside, DE $109,045

Bear, DE $108,794 Newark, DE $108,753 Claymont, DE $108,975 Delaware City, DE $108,861 Hockessin, DE $108,743 Kirkwood, DE $108,841 Middletown, DE $108,883 Montchanin, DE $108,768

New Castle, DE $108,784 Odessa, DE $108,937 Port Penn, DE $109,010 Rockland, DE $108,778 Saint Georges, DE $108,848 Townsend, DE $109,016 Winterthur, DE $108,791 Lewes, DE $108,328

Wilmington, DE $108,748 Dover, DE $109,181 Dover Afb, DE $108,605 Bethany Beach, DE $107,967 Bethel, DE $108,079 Bridgeville, DE $108,333 Camden Wyoming, DE $108,873 Cheswold, DE $109,145

Clayton, DE $109,148 Dagsboro, DE $107,892 Delmar, DE $107,718 Ellendale, DE $108,045 Felton, DE $108,654 Fenwick Island, DE $107,915 Frankford, DE $107,727 Frederica, DE $108,761

Georgetown, DE $107,851 Greenwood, DE $108,351 Harbeson, DE $107,966 Harrington, DE $108,516 Hartly, DE $108,854 Houston, DE $108,361 Kenton, DE $109,154 Laurel, DE $107,786

Yorklyn, DE $108,775

Operational Controller Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for an Operational Controller

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Business Services	$117,588	$57.0	8%
Construction	$117,588	$57.0	8%
Insurance	$116,499	$56.0	7%
Aerospace & Defense	$114,321	$55.0	5%
Energy & Utilities	$114,321	$55.0	5%

Operational Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operational Controller'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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$94,959

Average $108,877/year

$121,951

$7,913

Average $9,073/month

$10,163

$1,826

Average $2,094/week

$2,345

$46

Average $52/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$121,951	$10,163	$2,345	$59
Average	$108,877	$9,073	$2,094	$52
25th Percentile	$94,959	$7,913	$1,826	$46

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