Vp Of Operations Salary in the United States

How much does a Vp Of Operations make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Vp Of Operations in the United States is $310,143 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $149.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $359,433
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $272,910 to $335,943
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $239,011
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
AI Onboarding
AI-Powered Talent
View as table View as graph 25% $272,910 10% $239,011 90% $359,433 75% $335,943 $310,143 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click

Vp Of Operations Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $335,943 $27,995 $6,460 $162
Average $310,143 $25,845 $5,964 $149
25th Percentile $272,910 $22,743 $5,248 $131
Check out Vp Of Operations Job Openings in the United States
Physician Other Ohio Permanent Associate Medical Director

eviCore healthcare - Columbus, OH

Instacart

Instacart - Columbus, OH

Physician Psychiatry

Continuum Medical Staffing - Columbus, OH

Search More Vp Of Operations Jobs in the United States

Key Factors That Influence Vp Of Operations Salaries

A Vp Of 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Vp Of Operations Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Vp Of 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): $105,774
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $143,386
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $199,000
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $228,695
  • Expert (over 8 years): $312,728
Levels Salary
Operation... Level Vp Of Operations$105,774
Senior Op... Level Vp Of Operations$143,386
Operation... Level Vp Of Operations$199,000
Divisiona... Level Vp Of Operations$228,695
Vp Of Ope... Level Vp Of Operations$312,728
$105,774 0 yr
$143,386 < 2 yrs
$199,000 2-4 yrs
$228,695 5-8 yrs
$312,728 > 8 yrs
View as Table
View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

Top Paying Cities for Vp Of 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:

  • San Jose: $391,183
  • San Francisco: $386,900
  • Oakland: $378,747

What Skills Can Increase a Vp Of Operations's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 19.07% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Financial Services (Mentioned in 1.32% Job Postings): A services provided by the finance industry, which encompasses a broad range of businesses that manage money. These services involve banking, brokerage, mortgages, credit cards, payment services, real estate, investment funds, taxes and accounting.
  • Operations Management (Mentioned in 1.03% Job Postings): Operations management is an area of management concerned with designing and controlling the process of production and redesigning business operations in the production of goods or services. It involves the responsibility of ensuring that business operations are efficient in terms of using as few resources as needed and effective in terms of meeting customer requirements. Operations management is primarily concerned with planning, organizing and supervising in the contexts of production, manufacturing or the provision of services. It is concerned with managing an entire production system which is the process that converts inputs (in the forms of raw materials, labor, and energy) into outputs (in the form of goods and/or services), or delivers a product or services. Operations produce products, manage quality and creates service. Operation management covers sectors like banking systems, hospitals, companies, working with suppliers, customers, and using technology. Operations is one of the major functions in an organization along with supply chains, marketing, finance and human resources. The operations function requires management of both the strategic and day-to-day production of goods and services.
See More Skills
Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 19.07%
Financial Services 1.32%
Operations Management 1.03%
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 a Vp Of Operations's salary.
  • Operations Management: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Operations Management
$350,462
13%
Innovation
$347,360
12%
Insight
$347,360
12%
Collaboration
$344,259
11%
Business Operations
$344,259
11%
Strategic Planning
$341,157
10%
Get Latest Data

Vp Of Operations Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Vp Of 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, Vp Of Operations positions in Energy & Utilities or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Vp Of Operations as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Vp Of Operations

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$387,679$186.025%
Business Services$372,172$179.020%
Insurance$356,664$171.015%
Financial Services$341,157$164.010%
MFG Nondurable$341,157$164.010%

How Education impacts a Vp Of Operations's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Vp Of Operations enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree 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 Vp Of Operations with a Bachelor's Degree is between $297,505 and $327,501).

Vp Of Operations Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Vp Of Operations
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.9%
High School 7.4%
Associates 5.1%
Bachelors 40.6%
Masters 42.3%
Doctorate 3.6%
view as graph

Vp Of Operations Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Vp Of 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Vp Of Operations

Salaries for a Vp Of Operations can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $232,819 in 2023 to around $228,987 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Vp Of Operations salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Vp Of Operations Over Time

2022
$???
2023
$232,819
2024
$233,034
2025
$228,987
2026
$???
2027
$???
Year Average Annual Salary
2022
View More
2023 $232,819
2024 $233,034
2025 $228,987
2026
View More
2027
View More

Most common benefits for Vp Of Operations

Social Security
401(k)
Disability
Healthcare
Pension
Time Off (days)
For Employers

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.

Compensation Planning

Common company salaries for Vp Of Operations

Here are companies hiring for Vp Of Operations and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Vp Of Operations Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Vp Of Operations job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

United States
  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Neurologist Locum Tenens Opportunity Near Columbus, OH. We are excited to offer a rewarding locum tenens opportunity for a Board Certified or Board Eligibl... more

    2 Days Ago

  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Associate Vice President, Brand & External Communications. About the Company. National consulting & advisory services firm focused on the healthcare indust... more

    13 Days Ago

  • C.R. England

    Columbus, OH

    C.R. England | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. C.R. England is Now Urgently Hiring Local Dedicated CDL-A Truck Drivers. \n. Dedicated Local Fleet - Home Daily - Competitive Pay* - Full ... more

    14 Days Ago

  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Vice President, Credit Risk Strategy & Data Science. About the Company. High-growth SMB lender building the next generation of credit decisioning. Industry... more

    14 Days Ago

  • KreilKamp Trucking

    Columbus, OH

    KreilKamp Trucking | Columbus, OH

    Regional CDL A Drivers | NEW Grads Welcome | Earn $70,000+ Annually. We're proud to be a 4th generation family truck line, started in 1935, but even proude... more

    14 Days Ago

  • Maxim Healthcare

    Columbus, OH

    Maxim Healthcare | Columbus, OH

    Private duty nursing (PDN) allows medically fragile patients to receive quality, skilled nursing care in the comfort of their home: a setting preferred by ... more

    16 Days Ago

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

FAQ about Vp Of Operations

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Vp Of Operations?

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

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com provides salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons using data from employer job postings and third-party sources.

We offer detailed salary information across multiple percentiles for your reference. (Click here to learn Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial for Achieving Pay Equity.)

With the most extensive online, real-time compensation data available, Salary.com helps you pinpoint your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst