Psychological Operations Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Psychological Operations Specialist make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Psychological Operations Specialist in the United States is $136,766 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $66.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $165,192
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,895 to $151,645
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,624
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Psychological Operations Specialist Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $151,645 $12,637 $2,916 $73
Average $136,766 $11,397 $2,630 $66
25th Percentile $118,895 $9,908 $2,286 $57
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Key Factors That Influence Psychological Operations Specialist Salaries

A Psychological Operations Specialist'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 Psychological Operations Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Psychological Operations Specialist'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): $94,537
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $117,980
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $138,007
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $120,189
  • Expert (over 8 years): $153,923
Levels Salary
Talent Pe... Level Psychological Operations Specialist$94,537
Talent Pe... Level Psychological Operations Specialist$117,980
Psycholog... Level Psychological Operations Specialist$138,007
Talent Pe... Level Psychological Operations Specialist$120,189
Talent Pe... Level Psychological Operations Specialist$153,923
$94,537 0 yr
$117,980 < 2 yrs
$138,007 2-4 yrs
$120,189 5-8 yrs
$153,923 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Psychological Operations Specialists

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: $172,503
  • San Francisco: $170,614
  • Oakland: $167,019

What Skills Can Increase a Psychological Operations Specialist's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Problem Solving (Mentioned in 6.33% Job Postings): Analyzing and identifying the root cause of problems and applying critical thinking skills to solve problems.
  • Occupational Therapy (Mentioned in 1.54% Job Postings): Occupational Therapy is a form of therapy for those recuperating from physical or mental illness that encourages rehabilitation through the performance of activities required in daily life.
  • Self Care (Mentioned in 1.32% Job Postings): Self-care is the practice of individuals looking after their own health using the knowledge and information available to them. It is a decision-making process that empowers individuals to look after their own health efficiently and conveniently, in collaboration with health and social care professionals as needed.
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Problem Solving 6.33%
Occupational Therapy 1.54%
Self Care 1.32%
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 a Psychological Operations Specialist's salary.
  • Continuous Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Data Collection: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Support Services: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Continuous Improvement
 $158,649
16%
Data Collection
 $155,913
14%
Support Services
 $149,075
9%
Billing
 $149,075
9%
Service Quality
 $149,075
9%
Healthcare Services
 $147,707
8%
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Psychological Operations Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Psychological Operations Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 44% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Psychological Operations Specialist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Psychological Operations Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Psychological Operations Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$164,119$79.020%
Software & Networking$164,119$79.020%
Biotechnology$161,384$78.018%
Internet$158,649$76.016%
Financial Services$157,281$76.015%

How Education impacts a Psychological Operations Specialist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Psychological Operations Specialists enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Psychological Operations Specialist with a No Diploma is between $123,262 and $137,794).

Psychological Operations Specialist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Psychological Operations Specialist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 16.7%
High School 16.7%
Associates 16.7%
Bachelors 0.0%
Masters 16.7%
Doctorate 66.7%
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Psychological Operations Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Psychological Operations Specialist'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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$118,895
Average $136,766/year
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$9,908
Average $11,397/month
$12,637
$2,286
Average $2,630/week
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$57
Average $66/hour
$73
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $151,645 $12,637 $2,916 $73
Average $136,766 $11,397 $2,630 $66
25th Percentile $118,895 $9,908 $2,286 $57

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Salary Trends for Psychological Operations Specialist

Salaries for a Psychological Operations Specialist can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $137,795 in 2023 to around $132,395 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Psychological Operations Specialist salary trends, .

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