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

How does experience change An Operational Controller's salary?

An Operational Controller's salary grows with experience: an Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $69,710, an Operations Senior Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $99,868, an Operational Controller (5+ years)earns $113,352, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $153,667, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $213,210,

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 $119,017, California $118,566, Massachusetts $116,986. 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: $306,079; Controller: $253,707; Operational Specialist: $116,683; Operational Manager: $103,922; Operational Researcher: $98,353.

Operational Controller Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Operational Controller make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operational Controller in Hawaii is $112,353 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $137,992
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,973 to $125,773
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $84,881

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Operational Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,773	$10,481	$2,419	$60
Average	$112,353	$9,363	$2,161	$54
25th Percentile	$97,973	$8,164	$1,884	$47

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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): $69,710
Early Career (1-2 years): $99,868
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,352
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $153,667
Expert (over 8 years): $213,210

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$69,710
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$99,868
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$113,352
Senior Op... Level Operational Controller	$153,667
Operation... Level Operational Controller	$213,210

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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: $119,017.
California: $118,566.
Massachusetts: $116,986.

District of Columbia $119,017 California $118,566 Massachusetts $116,986 Washington $116,556 New Jersey $116,513 Alaska $116,362 Connecticut $114,879 New York $114,277

Hawaii $112,353 Rhode Island $111,450 Maryland $110,837 Minnesota $109,999 Colorado $109,676 Illinois $109,569 Oregon $109,160 Delaware $108,859

New Hampshire $108,670 Virginia $108,246 Pennsylvania $107,010 Nevada $106,387 North Dakota $106,183 Michigan $105,860 Wisconsin $105,742 Vermont $105,505

Texas $104,850 Maine $104,807 Arizona $104,742 Ohio $104,667 Georgia $103,678 Indiana $103,183 Wyoming $103,087 Utah $102,936

Iowa $102,872 Kansas $102,356 Louisiana $102,205 North Carolina $102,152 Missouri $102,130 Florida $101,711 Montana $101,485 Nebraska $101,270

Kentucky $101,152 South Carolina $100,722 Tennessee $100,453 Idaho $100,346 New Mexico $99,561 Oklahoma $99,389 Alabama $98,755 South Dakota $97,691

Arkansas $97,110 West Virginia $96,798 Mississippi $95,863

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:

Aiea: $111,744
Anahola: $110,279
Captain Cook: $110,168

Aiea, HI $111,744 Anahola, HI $110,279 Captain Cook, HI $110,168 Eleele, HI $110,503 Ewa Beach, HI $111,645 Kapolei, HI $111,556 Haiku, HI $110,361 Hakalau, HI $110,114

Haleiwa, HI $111,341 Hana, HI $110,098 Hanalei, HI $110,135 Hanamaulu, HI $110,359 Hanapepe, HI $110,497 Hauula, HI $111,511 Hawaii National Park, HI $110,242 Hawi, HI $110,424

Hilo, HI $110,348 Princeville, HI $110,336 Holualoa, HI $110,213 Honaunau, HI $110,022 Honokaa, HI $110,164 Honomu, HI $110,337 Hoolehua, HI $110,022 Kaaawa, HI $111,548

Kahuku, HI $111,309 Kahului, HI $110,616 Kailua, HI $111,709 Ocean View, HI $110,304 Waikoloa, HI $110,293 Keauhou, HI $110,213 Kailua Kona, HI $110,346 Kalaheo, HI $110,371

Kalaupapa, HI $109,921 Kamuela, HI $110,220 Kaneohe, HI $111,685 Kapaa, HI $110,491 Kaumakani, HI $110,550 Kaunakakai, HI $110,153 Keaau, HI $110,423 Kealakekua, HI $110,365

Kealia, HI $110,403 Kekaha, HI $110,291 Kihei, HI $110,503 Kilauea, HI $110,338 Kapaau, HI $110,254 Koloa, HI $110,387 Kualapuu, HI $110,121 Kunia, HI $111,521

Kurtistown, HI $110,367 Lahaina, HI $110,389 Laie, HI $111,407 Lanai City, HI $110,121 Laupahoehoe, HI $110,398 Lawai, HI $110,550 Lihue, HI $110,359 Makawao, HI $110,446

Makaweli, HI $110,115 Maunaloa, HI $109,856 Mountain View, HI $110,309 Naalehu, HI $110,087 Ninole, HI $110,013 Ookala, HI $110,048 Paauilo, HI $110,182 Pahala, HI $110,117

Pahoa, HI $110,263 Paia, HI $110,394 Papaaloa, HI $110,414 Papaikou, HI $110,185 Pearl City, HI $111,664 Pepeekeo, HI $110,398 Puunene, HI $110,616 Volcano, HI $110,242

Wahiawa, HI $111,472 Pukalani, HI $110,446 Mililani, HI $111,607 Kula, HI $110,218 Waialua, HI $111,281 Waianae, HI $111,384 Wailuku, HI $110,444 Waimanalo, HI $111,687

Waimea, HI $110,540 Waipahu, HI $111,615 Honolulu, HI $111,783 J B P H H, HI $111,764 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $111,533 Schofield Barracks, HI $111,500 Fort Shafter, HI $111,783 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $111,783

Camp H M Smith, HI $111,758 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $111,650 Wake Island, HI $111,783

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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$97,973

Average $112,353/year

$125,773

$8,164

Average $9,363/month

$10,481

$1,884

Average $2,161/week

$2,419

$47

Average $54/hour

$60

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$125,773	$10,481	$2,419	$60
Average	$112,353	$9,363	$2,161	$54
25th Percentile	$97,973	$8,164	$1,884	$47

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