What are the main factors that influence an Operations Controller's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Operations Controller's salary?

An Operations Controller's salary grows with experience: a Financial Control Senior Manager (0-0 years)earns $164,504, a Financial Control Director (0-0 years)earns $178,976, a Operations Controller (0-0 years)earns $255,846,

What are the highest paying states for an Operations Controller?

Operations Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operations Controller roles are District of Columbia $282,462, California $281,391, Massachusetts $277,641. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operations Controller roles make?

Salaries for Operations Controller level roles vary by specialization: Controller: $253,627; Assistant Controller, Operations: $252,297; Business Unit Controller, Sr.: $180,069; Pipeline Controller Manager: $169,200; Deputy Controller: $163,100.

Operations Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operations Controller make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Controller in Delaware is $258,354 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $124.

However, an Operations Controller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $323,519
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $238,995 to $292,464
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $221,370

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Operations Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$292,464	$24,372	$5,624	$141
Average	$258,354	$21,529	$4,968	$124
25th Percentile	$238,995	$19,916	$4,596	$115

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Key Factors That Influence Operations Controller Salaries

An Operations Controller's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Operations Controller Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Operations Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $282,462.
California: $281,391.
Massachusetts: $277,641.

District of Columbia $282,462 California $281,391 Massachusetts $277,641 Washington $276,620 New Jersey $276,518 Alaska $276,161 Connecticut $272,640 New York $271,212

Hawaii $266,645 Rhode Island $264,502 Maryland $263,048 Minnesota $261,058 Colorado $260,293 Illinois $260,038 Oregon $259,068 Delaware $258,354

New Hampshire $257,905 Virginia $256,900 Pennsylvania $253,966 Nevada $252,486 North Dakota $252,002 Michigan $251,236 Wisconsin $250,956 Vermont $250,394

Texas $248,838 Maine $248,736 Arizona $248,583 Ohio $248,405 Georgia $246,057 Indiana $244,884 Wyoming $244,654 Utah $244,297

Iowa $244,144 Kansas $242,920 Louisiana $242,562 North Carolina $242,435 Missouri $242,384 Florida $241,389 Montana $240,853 Nebraska $240,343

Kentucky $240,062 South Carolina $239,042 Tennessee $238,404 Idaho $238,149 New Mexico $236,287 Oklahoma $235,878 Alabama $234,373 South Dakota $231,848

Arkansas $230,470 West Virginia $229,730 Mississippi $227,511

Top Paying Cities for Operations Controllers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $267,385
Little Creek: $264,910
Magnolia: $266,007

Lincoln, DE $267,385 Little Creek, DE $264,910 Magnolia, DE $266,007 Milford, DE $267,385 Marydel, DE $263,915 Millsboro, DE $267,385 Millville, DE $269,171 Milton, DE $267,385

Nassau, DE $267,385 Ocean View, DE $269,171 Rehoboth Beach, DE $269,171 Seaford, DE $264,579 Selbyville, DE $269,171 Smyrna, DE $263,609 Viola, DE $266,007 Woodside, DE $265,242

Bear, DE $261,670 Newark, DE $261,772 Claymont, DE $261,977 Delaware City, DE $261,772 Hockessin, DE $261,977 Kirkwood, DE $261,772 Middletown, DE $263,074 Montchanin, DE $261,977

New Castle, DE $261,977 Odessa, DE $263,431 Port Penn, DE $261,058 Rockland, DE $261,977 Saint Georges, DE $261,772 Townsend, DE $263,048 Winterthur, DE $261,977 Lewes, DE $267,385

Wilmington, DE $261,977 Dover, DE $264,783 Dover Afb, DE $265,395 Bethany Beach, DE $269,171 Bethel, DE $264,579 Bridgeville, DE $267,385 Camden Wyoming, DE $265,063 Cheswold, DE $264,171

Clayton, DE $263,507 Dagsboro, DE $269,171 Delmar, DE $264,579 Ellendale, DE $267,385 Felton, DE $267,385 Fenwick Island, DE $269,171 Frankford, DE $269,171 Frederica, DE $267,385

Georgetown, DE $267,385 Greenwood, DE $267,385 Harbeson, DE $267,385 Harrington, DE $267,385 Hartly, DE $263,380 Houston, DE $267,385 Kenton, DE $263,507 Laurel, DE $264,579

Yorklyn, DE $261,977

Operations Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Operations Controller's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$238,995

Average $258,354/year

$292,464

$19,916

Average $21,529/month

$24,372

$4,596

Average $4,968/week

$5,624

$115

Average $124/hour

$141

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$292,464	$24,372	$5,624	$141
Average	$258,354	$21,529	$4,968	$124
25th Percentile	$238,995	$19,916	$4,596	$115

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