Control Room Operator Salary in the United States

Control Room Operator Salary

How much does a Control Room Operator make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Control Room Operator in the United States is $40,325. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $36,734 to $44,171, with most professionals earning between $33,465 and $47,673.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $33,465 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $36,734 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $40,325 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $44,171 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $47,673 US April 01, 2025
25% $36,734 10% $33,465 90% $47,673 75% $44,171 $40,325 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Machine Operator I

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Control Room Operator

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Machine Operator III

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Control Room Operator in the United States. The base salary for Control Room Operator ranges from $36,734 to $44,171 with the average base salary of $40,325. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,734 to $44,171 with the average total cash compensation of $40,325.

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