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Operator salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an Operator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$21.38
Average $21.38
Low $14.39
High $31.75

The average salary for a operator is $21.38 per hour in the United States. 32.9k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 15, 2026).

Highest paying companies for Operator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Kholes WareHouse
 
$350,000per year
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American Seafoods
 
$234,000per year
Vibe Restaurants
 
$199,992per year
First Financial Merchant Servi...
 
$198,000per year
Wholesale Fireworks
 
$192,969per year
Sumaria Systems
 
$182,104per year

Highest paying cities for Operators near United States

  1. Midland, TX
    $27.35 per hour
  2. Phoenix, AZ
    $24.61 per hour
  3. Portland, OR
    $23.75 per hour
  4. Columbus, OH
    $21.35 per hour
  5. Indianapolis, IN
    $21.02 per hour

Where can an Operator earn more?

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