As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Control Room Operator in Columbus, OH is $39,275, equivalent to $19 per hour, $755 weekly, or $3,273 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Control Room Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Control Room Operator in Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $31,874 to $47,151. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,401) and 75th percentile ($43,397), while top earners (90th percentile) make $47,151 per year. This $7,996 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbus Control Room Operator often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 454 statewide for Control Room Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Control Room Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $31,874 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $35,401 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $39,275 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $43,397 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Control Room Operator Salary $47,151 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
25% $35,401 10% $31,874 90% $47,151 75% $43,397 $39,275 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Ohio    The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus....More

Columbus, Ohio  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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