As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Radio Operator in Missouri is $39,957, equivalent to $19 per hour, $768 weekly, or $3,330 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Radio Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Radio Operator in Missouri vary widely, spanning from $31,330 to $54,592. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,441) and 75th percentile ($47,618), while top earners (90th percentile) make $54,592 per year. This $12,177 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, Missouri Radio Operator often earn 5.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 53 companies. However, Missouri currently ranks 37 nationwide 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 $31,330 MO September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $35,441 MO September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $39,957 MO September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $47,618 MO September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Radio Operator Salary $54,592 MO September 01, 2026
25% $35,441 10% $31,330 90% $54,592 75% $47,618 $39,957 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Saint Peters, MO Avg. Salary $41,118 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MO Avg. Salary $40,565 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Advance, MO Avg. Salary $39,748 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Agency, MO Avg. Salary $41,219 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alba, MO Avg. Salary $39,731 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albany, MO Avg. Salary $39,868 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aldrich, MO Avg. Salary $38,784 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, MO Avg. Salary $39,885 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Allendale, MO Avg. Salary $39,951 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Allenton, MO Avg. Salary $41,062 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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