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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Operations Dispatcher?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Operations Dispatcher roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change An Operations Dispatcher's salary?

An Operations Dispatcher's salary grows with experience: a Dispatcher I (0-1 years)earns $43,066, a Operations Dispatcher (1-3 years)earns $50,368, a Lead Dispatcher (3-5 years)earns $58,859,

What are the highest paying states for an Operations Dispatcher?

Operations Dispatcher salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Operations Dispatcher roles are District of Columbia $55,646, California $55,435, Massachusetts $54,697. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Operations Dispatcher roles make?

Salaries for Operations Dispatcher level roles vary by specialization: Flight Dispatcher: $77,933; Energy Dispatcher: $75,652; Dispatcher, Sr.: $57,390; Lead Dispatcher: $57,386; Aircraft Dispatcher: $54,240.

Operations Dispatcher Salary in Delaware

How much does an Operations Dispatcher make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operations Dispatcher in Delaware is $50,897 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $64,635
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,322 to $58,088
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,067

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Operations Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,088	$4,841	$1,117	$28
Average	$50,897	$4,241	$979	$24
25th Percentile	$47,322	$3,944	$910	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Operations Dispatcher Salaries

An Operations Dispatcher'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 Dispatcher 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 Dispatchers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $55,646.
California: $55,435.
Massachusetts: $54,697.

District of Columbia $55,646 California $55,435 Massachusetts $54,697 Washington $54,496 New Jersey $54,475 Alaska $54,405 Connecticut $53,711 New York $53,430

Hawaii $52,530 Rhode Island $52,108 Maryland $51,822 Minnesota $51,430 Colorado $51,279 Illinois $51,229 Oregon $51,038 Delaware $50,897

New Hampshire $50,809 Virginia $50,611 Pennsylvania $50,033 Nevada $49,741 North Dakota $49,646 Michigan $49,495 Wisconsin $49,439 Vermont $49,329

Texas $49,022 Maine $49,002 Arizona $48,972 Ohio $48,937 Georgia $48,475 Indiana $48,243 Wyoming $48,198 Utah $48,128

Iowa $48,098 Kansas $47,856 Louisiana $47,786 North Carolina $47,761 Missouri $47,751 Florida $47,555 Montana $47,449 Nebraska $47,349

Kentucky $47,293 South Carolina $47,092 Tennessee $46,967 Idaho $46,916 New Mexico $46,550 Oklahoma $46,469 Alabama $46,173 South Dakota $45,675

Arkansas $45,404 West Virginia $45,258 Mississippi $44,821

Top Paying Cities for Operations Dispatchers

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: $50,668
Little Creek: $51,039
Magnolia: $50,965

Lincoln, DE $50,668 Little Creek, DE $51,039 Magnolia, DE $50,965 Milford, DE $50,796 Marydel, DE $50,880 Millsboro, DE $50,455 Millville, DE $50,533 Milton, DE $50,621

Nassau, DE $50,657 Ocean View, DE $50,525 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,622 Seaford, DE $50,650 Selbyville, DE $50,441 Smyrna, DE $51,074 Viola, DE $50,839 Woodside, DE $50,975

Bear, DE $50,858 Newark, DE $50,839 Claymont, DE $50,943 Delaware City, DE $50,889 Hockessin, DE $50,834 Kirkwood, DE $50,880 Middletown, DE $50,899 Montchanin, DE $50,846

New Castle, DE $50,853 Odessa, DE $50,925 Port Penn, DE $50,959 Rockland, DE $50,851 Saint Georges, DE $50,883 Townsend, DE $50,962 Winterthur, DE $50,857 Lewes, DE $50,640

Wilmington, DE $50,837 Dover, DE $51,039 Dover Afb, DE $50,770 Bethany Beach, DE $50,471 Bethel, DE $50,524 Bridgeville, DE $50,643 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,895 Cheswold, DE $51,022

Clayton, DE $51,024 Dagsboro, DE $50,436 Delmar, DE $50,355 Ellendale, DE $50,508 Felton, DE $50,792 Fenwick Island, DE $50,447 Frankford, DE $50,359 Frederica, DE $50,843

Georgetown, DE $50,417 Greenwood, DE $50,651 Harbeson, DE $50,471 Harrington, DE $50,728 Hartly, DE $50,886 Houston, DE $50,656 Kenton, DE $51,026 Laurel, DE $50,387

Yorklyn, DE $50,849

Operations Dispatcher Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Operations Dispatcher roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Operations Dispatcher positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Operations Dispatcher as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Operations Dispatcher

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$63,621	$31.0	25%
Software & Networking	$61,076	$29.0	20%
Insurance	$55,987	$27.0	10%
Pharmaceuticals	$55,987	$27.0	10%
Chemicals	$53,442	$26.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Operations Dispatcher'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 August 01, 2026

$47,322

Average $50,897/year

$58,088

$3,944

Average $4,241/month

$4,841

$910

Average $979/week

$1,117

$23

Average $24/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,088	$4,841	$1,117	$28
Average	$50,897	$4,241	$979	$24
25th Percentile	$47,322	$3,944	$910	$23

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