Spec Ops Salary in the United States

How much does a Spec Ops make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Spec Ops in the United States is $41,121 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Spec Ops's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,329
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,670 to $46,465
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $32,618
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Spec Ops Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $46,465 $3,872 $894 $22
Average $41,121 $3,427 $791 $20
25th Percentile $36,670 $3,056 $705 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Spec Ops Salaries

A Spec Ops'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 Experience Level Affects Spec Ops Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Spec Ops's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $39,265
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $40,063
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $42,064
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,321
  • Expert (over 8 years): $43,479
Levels Salary
Entry Level Spec Ops$39,265
Intermediate Level Spec Ops$40,063
Senior Level Spec Ops$42,064
Specialist Level Spec Ops$43,321
Expert Level Spec Ops$43,479
$39,265 0 yr
$40,063 < 2 yrs
$42,064 2-4 yrs
$43,321 5-8 yrs
$43,479 > 8 yrs
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How Do Spec Ops 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 Spec Ops. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $45,529.
  • California: $45,357.
  • Massachusetts: $44,752.

Top Paying Cities for Spec Ops

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:

  • San Jose: $51,866
  • San Francisco: $51,356
  • Oakland: $50,217

Spec Ops Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Spec Ops'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.

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$36,670
Average $41,121/year
$46,465
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Average $3,427/month
$3,872
$705
Average $791/week
$894
$18
Average $20/hour
$22
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $46,465 $3,872 $894 $22
Average $41,121 $3,427 $791 $20
25th Percentile $36,670 $3,056 $705 $18

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