As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in Saint Louis, MO is $94,337, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,814 weekly, or $7,861 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 Saint Louis, MO vary widely, spanning from $82,230 to $105,712. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,000) and 75th percentile ($100,291), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,712 per year. This $12,291 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, Saint Louis Operations Engineer often earn 1.7% lower than national averages. However, Saint Louis currently ranks 497 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 $82,230 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $88,000 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $94,337 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $100,291 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $105,712 Saint Louis, MO April 01, 2026
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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 Operations Engineer in Saint Louis, MO. The base salary for Operations Engineer ranges from $88,000 to $100,291 with the average base salary of $94,337. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $93,919 to $114,753 with the average total cash compensation of $103,197.

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