Computer Operator Salary in Roanoke, VA

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How much does a Computer Operator make in Roanoke, VA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Computer Operator in Roanoke, VA is $45,878. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $40,596 to $52,430, with most professionals earning between $35,787 and $58,395.

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What is a Computer Operator?

A Computer Operator is a role in IT which oversees the running of computer systems, ensuring that the machines, and computers are running properly. The job of a Computer Operator as defined by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics is to "monitor and control ... and respond to ... enter commands ... set controls on computer and peripheral devices. This Excludes Data Entry."...

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Average Salary Range for Computer Operator in Roanoke, VA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
40596
52430
45878

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
41022
53281
46410
What is the average salary for Computer Operator in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Computer Operator in Roanoke, VA. The base salary for Computer Operator ranges from $40,596 to $52,430 with the average base salary of $45,878. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,022 to $53,281 with the average total cash compensation of $46,410.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $45,878 $40,596 - $52,430
Bonus $532 $425 - $851
Total Pay $46,410 $41,022 - $53,281
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Computer Operator Salary Near Roanoke, VA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Lynchburg, VA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,877 - $51,501 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Beckley, WV AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $39,335 - $50,801 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Greensboro, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,050 - $53,017 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE High Point, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,447 - $53,529 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Winston Salem, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $41,042 - $53,005 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
CITY, STATE Burlington, NC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,865 - $52,777 COMPARE TO Roanoke, VA
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About Roanoke, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is la....More

Roanoke, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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