As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in Coachella, CA is $102,294, equivalent to $49 per hour, $1,967 weekly, or $8,525 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Operations Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Operations Engineer in Coachella, CA vary widely, spanning from $89,167 to $114,628. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($95,423) and 75th percentile ($108,751), while top earners (90th percentile) make $114,628 per year. This $13,328 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Coachella Operations Engineer often earn 5.0% higher than national averages. However, Coachella currently ranks 224 statewide for Operations Engineer 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
Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $89,167 Coachella, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $95,423 Coachella, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $102,294 Coachella, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $108,751 Coachella, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $114,628 Coachella, CA April 01, 2026
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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Coachella, California    Coachella (/koʊˈtʃɛlə/, /koʊ.əˈtʃɛlə/) is a city in Riverside County, California; it is the easternmost city in the region collectively known as the C....More

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