Ground Operations Agent Salary in the United States

How much does a Ground Operations Agent make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Ground Operations Agent in the United States is $44,061 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,162
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,920 to $48,825
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,149
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Ground Operations Agent Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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75th Percentile $48,825 $4,069 $939 $23
Average $44,061 $3,672 $847 $21
25th Percentile $39,920 $3,327 $768 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Ground Operations Agent Salaries

A Ground Operations Agent'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 Ground Operations Agent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Ground Operations Agent'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): $43,642
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $44,356
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $46,017
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $46,244
  • Expert (over 8 years): $46,621
Levels Salary
Entry Level Ground Operations Agent$43,642
Intermediate Level Ground Operations Agent$44,356
Senior Level Ground Operations Agent$46,017
Specialist Level Ground Operations Agent$46,244
Expert Level Ground Operations Agent$46,621
$43,642 0 yr
$44,356 < 2 yrs
$46,017 2-4 yrs
$46,244 5-8 yrs
$46,621 > 8 yrs
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How Do Ground Operations Agent 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 Ground Operations Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $48,784.
  • California: $48,599.
  • Massachusetts: $47,952.

Top Paying Cities for Ground Operations Agents

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: $55,574
  • San Francisco: $55,028
  • Oakland: $53,807

What Skills Can Increase a Ground Operations Agent's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 47.69% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 1.46% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
  • Logistics Management (Mentioned in 1.05% Job Postings): Planning, controlling, and executing industry best practices in transporting and maintaining goods and services to meet customer demands.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 47.69%
Housekeeping 1.46%
Logistics Management 1.05%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Ground Operations Agent's salary.
  • Logistics: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Hard Working: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Logistics
$47,145
7%
Commitment
$46,705
6%
Hard Working
$46,705
6%
Collaboration
$45,383
3%
Dedication
$44,502
1%
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Ground Operations Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Ground Operations Agent'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

Salary Trends for Ground Operations Agent

Salaries for a Ground Operations Agent can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $48,965 in 2023 to around $47,343 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Ground Operations Agent salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Ground Operations Agent Over Time

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