Operations Support Associate Salary in the United States

How much does an Operations Support Associate make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Support Associate in the United States is $38,747 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $43,941
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,079 to $41,466
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $29,829
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Operations Support Associate Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,466 $3,456 $797 $20
Average $38,747 $3,229 $745 $19
25th Percentile $34,079 $2,840 $655 $16
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Key Factors That Influence Operations Support Associate Salaries

An Operations Support Associate'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 Operations Support Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Operations Support Associate'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): $39,071
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $43,218
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $48,119
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,148
  • Expert (over 8 years): $71,080
Levels Salary
Operation... Level Operations Support Associate$39,071
Banking O... Level Operations Support Associate$43,218
Banking O... Level Operations Support Associate$48,119
Banking O... Level Operations Support Associate$62,148
Banking O... Level Operations Support Associate$71,080
$39,071 0 yr
$43,218 < 2 yrs
$48,119 2-4 yrs
$62,148 5-8 yrs
$71,080 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Operations Support Associates

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: $48,872
  • San Francisco: $48,337
  • Oakland: $47,318

What Skills Can Increase an Operations Support Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 6.04% 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.
  • Accounting (Mentioned in 2.4% Job Postings): Creating financial statements and reports based on the summary of financial and business transactions.
  • Loan Processing (Mentioned in 2.03% Job Postings): The steps taken by an institution lender from the time a request for a loan application is received to the time the loan is approved or denied, including taking the application, credit investigation, evaluation of the loan and other steps.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 6.04%
Accounting 2.4%
Loan Processing 2.03%
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 Operations Support Associate's salary.
  • Investment Management: Can increase your salary by up to 40%.
  • Due Diligence: Can increase your salary by up to 35%.
  • Economics: Can increase your salary by up to 32%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Investment Management
$54,246
40%
Due Diligence
$52,309
35%
Economics
$51,146
32%
Presentation
$51,146
32%
Process Management
$50,371
30%
Client Focus
$49,984
29%
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Operations Support Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Operations Support Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Operations Support Associate positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Operations Support Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Operations Support Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$58,121$28.050%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$42,622$20.010%

How Education impacts an Operations Support Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Operations Support Associates enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate 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 Operations Support Associate with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $36,032 and $38,004).

Operations Support Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Operations Support Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.7%
High School 30.3%
Associates 15.4%
Bachelors 47.6%
Masters 4.5%
Doctorate 0.5%
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Operations Support Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operations Support Associate'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 Operations Support Associate

Salaries for an Operations Support Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $33,508 in 2023 to around $32,864 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Operations Support Associate salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Operations Support Associate Over Time

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2023
$33,508
2024
$33,202
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$32,864
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  • Soma

    Columbus, OH

    Soma | Columbus, OH

    Retail Sales Associate. The Support Associate is responsible for supporting a customer and product-focused sales culture where our core principles are at t... more

    7 Days Ago

  • Soma Intimates

    Columbus, OH

    Soma Intimates | Columbus, OH

    Soma Intimates - 4012 Fenlon Street - Responsibilities: Process merchandise, ensuring items are properly stored, ticketed and easily located for replenishm... more

    7 Days Ago

  • White House Black Market

    Columbus, OH

    White House Black Market | Columbus, OH

    White House Black Market - 1500 Polaris Parkway - Responsibilities: Processes merchandise, ensuring items are properly stored, ticketed and easily located ... more

    8 Days Ago

  • White House Black Market

    Columbus, OH

    White House Black Market | Columbus, OH

    White House Black Market - 4022 Fenlon Street - Responsibilities: Processes merchandise, ensuring items are properly stored, ticketed and easily located fo... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Chase

    Columbus, OH

    Chase | Columbus, OH

    Senior Associate, Product Operations CMEXJoin the Product Operations team for an exciting opportunity to help support key strategic priorities aimed at imp... more

    6 Days Ago

  • Hamilton Capital

    Columbus, OH

    Hamilton Capital | Columbus, OH

    Serve First - Be Insightful - Guide Forward - Collaborate - Make it Happen_________________________________________________________________________________... more

    6 Days Ago

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FAQ about Operations Support Associate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Operations Support Associate?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Operations Support Associate roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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