As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for data center operations in El Paso, TX is $149,418, equivalent to $72 per hour, $2,873 weekly, or $12,452 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for data center operations in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for data center operations in El Paso, TX vary widely, spanning from $131,935 to $167,322. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($140,267) and 75th percentile ($158,790), while top earners (90th percentile) make $167,322 per year. This $18,523 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Innovation or AWS, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, El Paso data center operations often earn 10.7% lower than national averages. However, El Paso currently ranks 789 statewide for data center operations 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
data center operations Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile data center operations Salary $131,935 El Paso, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile data center operations Salary $140,267 El Paso, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile data center operations Salary $149,418 El Paso, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile data center operations Salary $158,790 El Paso, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile data center operations Salary $167,322 El Paso, TX April 01, 2026
25% $140,267 10% $131,935 90% $167,322 75% $158,790 $149,418 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a data center operations ?

Data center operations professionals are responsible for managing and maintaining the infrastructure that supports data storage and processing. Their duties include monitoring system performance, ensuring uptime, and implementing security protocols. These roles often require collaboration with IT teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize system efficiency. Salaries in this field can vary based on experience, location, and the complexity of the data center environment. Entry-level positions typically start at a competitive rate, while experienced professionals can command higher salaries, esp...

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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 data center operations in El Paso, TX. The base salary for data center operations ranges from $140,267 to $158,790 with the average base salary of $149,418. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $170,243 to $213,955 with the average total cash compensation of $191,905.

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About El Paso, Texas    El Paso is located at the intersection of three states (Texas, New Mexico, and Chihuahua) and two countries (the U.S. and Mexico). It is the only majo....More

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