As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in District of Columbia is $108,089, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,079 weekly, or $9,007 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Operations Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Operations Engineer in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $94,227 to $121,131. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($100,833) and 75th percentile ($114,916), while top earners (90th percentile) make $121,131 per year. This $14,083 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 $94,227 DC July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $100,833 DC July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $108,089 DC July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $114,916 DC July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $121,131 DC July 01, 2026
25% $100,833 10% $94,227 90% $121,131 75% $114,916 $108,089 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $113,738 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $113,742 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $113,743 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $113,742 Date Updated July 01, 2026
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