What is the average hourly wage for General and Operations Managers?

The median hourly wage for General and Operations Managers is $48.69 per hour. This translates to approximately $101,280 per year working full-time.

What states pay General and Operations Managers the most?

Salaries for General and Operations Managers vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a general and operations manager?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

General and Operations Managers Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$101,280

$48.69 / hour

▲ 3% (Average)

Salary Range

$53,678 - $174,202

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

3,305,800

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

General and Operations Managers Salary by Percentile

$53,678 $174,202

10th pct Median: $101,280 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$53,678	$25.81
25th Percentile	$72,922	$35.06
50th (Median)	$101,280	$48.69
75th Percentile	$139,766	$67.20
90th (Top Earners)	$174,202	$83.75
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for General and Operations Managers

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$133,690	$64.27
2	California (CA)	$126,600	$60.87
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$123,562	$59.40
4	New York (NY)	$123,562	$59.40
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$121,536	$58.43
6	Connecticut (CT)	$119,510	$57.46
7	Maryland (MD)	$119,510	$57.46
8	Hawaii (HI)	$116,472	$56.00
9	Alaska (AK)	$113,434	$54.54
10	Washington (WA)	$113,434	$54.54
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About General and Operations Managers

General and Operations Managers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the management sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for General and Operations Managers

Projected Growth

+3%

2022-2032

▲ 3% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

366,100

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do General and Operations Managers make?

The median annual salary for General and Operations Managers is $101,280 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $53,678, while the top 10% earn $174,202 or more.

What is the hourly wage for General and Operations Managers?

General and Operations Managers earn a median hourly wage of $48.69 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $101,280 annually.

Is General and Operations Managers a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $101,280, General and Operations Managers earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (3% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do General and Operations Managers need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.