As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Radio Operator in Lubbock, TX is $37,508, equivalent to $18 per hour, $721 weekly, or $3,126 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Radio Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Radio Operator in Lubbock, TX vary widely, spanning from $29,441 to $51,158. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,285) and 75th percentile ($44,653), while top earners (90th percentile) make $51,158 per year. This $11,368 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Audio Systems, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Lubbock Radio Operator often earn 8.5% lower than national averages. However, Lubbock currently ranks 749 statewide for Radio Operator 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
Radio Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $29,441 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $33,285 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $37,508 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $44,653 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $51,158 Lubbock, TX April 01, 2026
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What is a Radio Operator ?

A radio operator refers to a person who is responsible for the operations of a radio system. The profession of radio operator has become largely obsolete with the automation of radio-based tasks in recent decades. Nevertheless, radio operators are still employed in maritime and aviation fields. In most cases radio transmission is now only one of several tasks of a radio operator. In the United States, the title of Certified Radio Operator is granted to those who pass a test issued by the Society of Broadcast Engineers....

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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 Radio Operator in Lubbock, TX. The base salary for Radio Operator ranges from $33,285 to $44,653 with the average base salary of $37,508. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $33,772 to $44,465 with the average total cash compensation of $38,674.

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About Lubbock, Texas    Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,04....More

Lubbock, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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