What are the main factors that influence a Vice President Operations'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 Vice President Operations?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Vice President Operations roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Vice President Operations's salary?

A Vice President Operations's salary grows with experience: an Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $108,028, a Senior Operations Manager (5+ years)earns $146,444, an Operations Director (5+ years)earns $203,225, a Divisional/Regional Operations Director (5+ years)earns $233,550, an Vice President Operations (5+ years)earns $319,327,

What are the highest paying states for a Vice President Operations?

Vice President Operations salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Vice President Operations roles are District of Columbia $346,268, California $344,954, Massachusetts $340,357. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Vice President Operations roles make?

Salaries for Vice President Operations level roles vary by specialization: Vice President of Pipeline Operations: $354,260; Division Vice President, Operations: $324,074; Vice President Of Field Operations: $315,807; Senior Vice President of Operations: $315,400; Senior Vice President Operations: $313,399.

Vice President Operations Salary in Delaware

How much does a Vice President Operations make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vice President Operations in Delaware is $316,714 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $152.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $367,815
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $279,090 to $343,462
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $244,835

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Vice President Operations Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$343,462	$28,622	$6,605	$165
Average	$316,714	$26,393	$6,091	$152
25th Percentile	$279,090	$23,257	$5,367	$134

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Key Factors That Influence Vice President Operations Salaries

A Vice President Operations'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 Vice President Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vice President Operations'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): $108,028
Early Career (1-2 years): $146,444
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $203,225
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $233,550
Expert (over 8 years): $319,327

Levels	Salary
Operation... Level Vice President Operations	$108,028
Senior Op... Level Vice President Operations	$146,444
Operation... Level Vice President Operations	$203,225
Divisiona... Level Vice President Operations	$233,550
Vice Pres... Level Vice President Operations	$319,327

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How Do Vice President Operations 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 Vice President Operations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $346,268.
California: $344,954.
Massachusetts: $340,357.

District of Columbia $346,268 California $344,954 Massachusetts $340,357 Washington $339,106 New Jersey $338,981 Alaska $338,543 Connecticut $334,227 New York $332,476

Hawaii $326,878 Rhode Island $324,251 Maryland $322,468 Minnesota $320,029 Colorado $319,091 Illinois $318,778 Oregon $317,590 Delaware $316,714

New Hampshire $316,163 Virginia $314,931 Pennsylvania $311,335 Nevada $309,521 North Dakota $308,927 Michigan $307,988 Wisconsin $307,644 Vermont $306,956

Texas $305,049 Maine $304,923 Arizona $304,736 Ohio $304,517 Georgia $301,640 Indiana $300,201 Wyoming $299,920 Utah $299,482

Iowa $299,294 Kansas $297,793 Louisiana $297,355 North Carolina $297,199 Missouri $297,136 Florida $295,916 Montana $295,260 Nebraska $294,634

Kentucky $294,290 South Carolina $293,039 Tennessee $292,257 Idaho $291,945 New Mexico $289,662 Oklahoma $289,161 Alabama $287,316 South Dakota $284,220

Arkansas $282,531 West Virginia $281,624 Mississippi $278,903

Top Paying Cities for Vice President Operations

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: $315,288
Little Creek: $317,596
Magnolia: $317,139

Lincoln, DE $315,288 Little Creek, DE $317,596 Magnolia, DE $317,139 Milford, DE $316,088 Marydel, DE $316,607 Millsboro, DE $313,965 Millville, DE $314,450 Milton, DE $314,994

Nassau, DE $315,222 Ocean View, DE $314,396 Rehoboth Beach, DE $315,000 Seaford, DE $315,178 Selbyville, DE $313,874 Smyrna, DE $317,815 Viola, DE $316,351 Woodside, DE $317,202

Bear, DE $316,470 Newark, DE $316,351 Claymont, DE $316,998 Delaware City, DE $316,667 Hockessin, DE $316,323 Kirkwood, DE $316,607 Middletown, DE $316,729 Montchanin, DE $316,395

New Castle, DE $316,442 Odessa, DE $316,886 Port Penn, DE $317,098 Rockland, DE $316,426 Saint Georges, DE $316,629 Townsend, DE $317,117 Winterthur, DE $316,464 Lewes, DE $315,116

Wilmington, DE $316,339 Dover, DE $317,596 Dover Afb, DE $315,923 Bethany Beach, DE $314,065 Bethel, DE $314,390 Bridgeville, DE $315,131 Camden Wyoming, DE $316,701 Cheswold, DE $317,493

Clayton, DE $317,502 Dagsboro, DE $313,846 Delmar, DE $313,342 Ellendale, DE $314,293 Felton, DE $316,063 Fenwick Island, DE $313,915 Frankford, DE $313,367 Frederica, DE $316,376

Georgetown, DE $313,727 Greenwood, DE $315,181 Harbeson, DE $314,062 Harrington, DE $315,663 Hartly, DE $316,645 Houston, DE $315,213 Kenton, DE $317,518 Laurel, DE $313,539

Yorklyn, DE $316,417

Vice President Operations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Vice President Operations roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Vice President Operations positions in Energy & Utilities or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Vice President Operations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Vice President Operations

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$395,892	$190.0	25%
Business Services	$380,057	$183.0	20%
Insurance	$364,221	$175.0	15%
Financial Services	$348,385	$167.0	10%
MFG Nondurable	$348,385	$167.0	10%

Vice President Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vice President Operations'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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$279,090

Average $316,714/year

$343,462

$23,257

Average $26,393/month

$28,622

$5,367

Average $6,091/week

$6,605

$134

Average $152/hour

$165

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$343,462	$28,622	$6,605	$165
Average	$316,714	$26,393	$6,091	$152
25th Percentile	$279,090	$23,257	$5,367	$134

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