What are the main factors that influence a Field Operator's salary?

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

How does experience change A Field Operator's salary?

A Field Operator's salary grows with experience: a Field Operator (0-1 years)earns $70,192, a Field Operator II (1-3 years)earns $78,598, a Field Operator III (3-5 years)earns $96,678, a Field Operator IV (5-7 years)earns $106,782, a Field Operations Supervisor (7+ years)earns $126,010,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Operator?

Field Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Operator roles are District of Columbia $70,438, California $70,170, Massachusetts $69,235. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Operator roles make?

Salaries for Field Operator level roles vary by specialization: Specialist Field Operator: $95,473; Field Operator IV: $95,454; Senior Field Operator: $86,443; Field Operator III: $86,422; Intermediate Field Operator: $70,273.

Field Operator Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Field Operator make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Field Operator in District of Columbia is $70,807 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,467
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,877 to $77,957
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $59,479

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Field Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,957	$6,496	$1,499	$37
Average	$70,807	$5,901	$1,362	$34
25th Percentile	$64,877	$5,406	$1,248	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Field Operator Salaries

A Field Operator'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 Field Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field Operator'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): $70,192
Early Career (1-2 years): $78,598
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,678
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $106,782
Expert (over 8 years): $126,010

Levels	Salary
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$70,192
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$78,598
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$96,678
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$106,782
Field Ope... Level Field Operator	$126,010

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How Do Field Operator 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 Field Operators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $70,438.
California: $70,170.
Massachusetts: $69,235.

District of Columbia $70,438 California $70,170 Massachusetts $69,235 Washington $68,981 New Jersey $68,955 Alaska $68,866 Connecticut $67,988 New York $67,632

Hawaii $66,493 Rhode Island $65,959 Maryland $65,596 Minnesota $65,100 Colorado $64,909 Illinois $64,846 Oregon $64,604 Delaware $64,426

New Hampshire $64,314 Virginia $64,063 Pennsylvania $63,332 Nevada $62,963 North Dakota $62,842 Michigan $62,651 Wisconsin $62,581 Vermont $62,441

Texas $62,053 Maine $62,027 Arizona $61,989 Ohio $61,945 Georgia $61,359 Indiana $61,067 Wyoming $61,010 Utah $60,920

Iowa $60,882 Kansas $60,577 Louisiana $60,488 North Carolina $60,456 Missouri $60,443 Florida $60,195 Montana $60,062 Nebraska $59,934

Kentucky $59,864 South Carolina $59,610 Tennessee $59,451 Idaho $59,387 New Mexico $58,923 Oklahoma $58,821 Alabama $58,446 South Dakota $57,816

Arkansas $57,472 West Virginia $57,288 Mississippi $56,734

Top Paying Cities for Field Operators

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:

Parcel Return Service: $70,438
Washington: $70,438
Naval Anacost Annex: $70,438

Parcel Return Service, DC $70,438 Washington, DC $70,438 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $70,438 Washington Navy Yard, DC $70,438

Field Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field Operator'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 May 18, 2021

$64,877

Average $70,807/year

$77,957

$5,406

Average $5,901/month

$6,496

$1,248

Average $1,362/week

$1,499

$31

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,957	$6,496	$1,499	$37
Average	$70,807	$5,901	$1,362	$34
25th Percentile	$64,877	$5,406	$1,248	$31

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