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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Space Operations Officer in Iowa is $78,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.
However, a Space Operations Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $86,913 | $7,243 | $1,671 | $42 |
| Average | $78,498 | $6,542 | $1,510 | $38 |
| 25th Percentile | $74,729 | $6,227 | $1,437 | $36 |
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A Space Operations Officer'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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Space Operations Officer'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Space Ope... Level Space Operations Officer | $78,760 |
| Branch Se... Level Space Operations Officer | $59,010 |
| Branch Se... Level Space Operations Officer | $77,068 |
| Regional ... Level Space Operations Officer | $89,595 |
| VP of Ret... Level Space Operations Officer | $282,133 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Space Operations Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Space Operations Officer roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Space Operations Officer positions in Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Space Operations Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Services | $94,198 | $45.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Space Operations Officer'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $86,913 | $7,243 | $1,671 | $42 |
| Average | $78,498 | $6,542 | $1,510 | $38 |
| 25th Percentile | $74,729 | $6,227 | $1,437 | $36 |
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