As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in District of Columbia is $108,104, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,079 weekly, or $9,009 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 District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $94,230 to $121,138. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($100,842) and 75th percentile ($114,927), while top earners (90th percentile) make $121,138 per year. This $14,085 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, District of Columbia Operations Engineer often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 37 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide 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 $94,230 DC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $100,842 DC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $108,104 DC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $114,927 DC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $121,138 DC April 01, 2026
25% $100,842 10% $94,230 90% $121,138 75% $114,927 $108,104 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $113,494 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $113,494 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $113,494 Date Updated April 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $113,494 Date Updated April 01, 2026
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