Operations Manager Salary in 2026
Operations managers oversee daily business operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and profitability. They manage teams, streamline processes, and coordinate between departments.
Median Salary
$104,000
$8,667/mo
Entry Level
$58,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$135,000
experienced
Job Growth
+6%
10-yr outlook
Operations Manager Overview
Operations managers oversee daily business operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and profitability. They manage teams, streamline processes, and coordinate between departments.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
5-8 years
Industry
Management
Total Jobs (US)
2.5M
5-Year Growth
+18%
Category
Management
Hourly Rate
$50.00/hr
Monthly Pay
$8,667
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Operations Manager Salary
$109,000
$9,083/month · $4,192/biweekly · $52.40/hr
Operations Manager Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Operations Manager field.
Entry-level Operations Managers earn around $58,000, while the top 10% earn $153,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Operations Managers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $123,000 | +$19,000 |
| New York | $120,000 | +$16,000 |
| Illinois | $108,000 | +$4,000 |
| Texas | $102,000 | $-2,000 |
| Florida | $102,000 | $-2,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Operations Managers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $123,000 | +$19,000 |
| Los Angeles | $116,000 | +$12,000 |
| Chicago | $109,000 | +$5,000 |
| Miami | $106,000 | +$2,000 |
| Dallas | $104,000 | $0 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Operations Manager Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Operations Manager from entry level to expert.
$58,000
0-2 years
$97,000
3-7 years
$135,000
8-14 years
$172,000
15+ years
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Operations Manager Salary FAQ
Methodology & Data Sources — Operations Manager Salary
How we calculate Operations Manager salary data: Our figures combine BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) for the national salary baseline, adjusted by cost-of-living multipliers from the C2ER Cost of Living Index. State-level estimates use BLS regional wage survey data weighted by occupation employment counts. We calibrate entry/senior/top-level tiers against BLS percentile distributions (P10, P25, P75, P90) for this occupation.
- National median salary: $104,000 — sourced from BLS OEWS for SOC code corresponding to Operations Manager in the Management sector.
- Entry-level ($58,000) and senior-level ($135,000) figures reflect BLS P25 and P75 percentile wage estimates adjusted for experience.
- Job outlook: +6% projected growth through 2034, from BLS Employment Projections program. Approximately 2.5M total positions nationwide.
- 5-year salary growth: 18% over the past 5 years, derived from BLS Employment Cost Index for Management sector wages.
- Education requirement: Bachelor's Degree, per BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook entry for this occupation.
- State-level estimates use BLS regional CPI-U data and OEWS metropolitan area wage surveys, normalized to the national median of $104,000.
Authoritative US data sources for Operations Manager compensation:
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) — national and metro-area salary data
- BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook — Operations Manager job projections, education, and career outlook
- BLS Employment Projections — 10-year occupation growth and decline data
- BLS Employment Cost Index — quarterly compensation trend data for Management
- BLS Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) — regional inflation for cost-of-living wage adjustments
- IRS Revenue Procedure 2025-32 summary — 2026 federal tax brackets and standard deductions
Disclaimer: Operations Manager salary figures are statistical estimates for general guidance. Actual compensation depends on employer, location, negotiation, specific skills (Process Improvement, Budget Management, Team Leadership), certifications, and industry conditions. Always verify with multiple sources including current job listings, recruiter data, and direct employer offers before making career decisions.
Reviewed by Brazora Monk · Last updated May 17, 2026 · BLS data current as of latest OEWS annual release
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