Transportation & Logistics Tuscaloosa, AL Pop. 101,129

Operations Manager Salary in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

The median operations manager salary in Tuscaloosa, AL is $91,212 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 1.1% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$91,212
vs State Avg
+$1,036
vs National
$-12,438
Cost of Living
88%

Operations Manager Salary in Tuscaloosa by Experience

In Tuscaloosa, an entry-level operations manager earns around $54,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $154,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$54,560
$-7,440 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$93,280
$-12,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$154,000
$-21,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Tuscaloosa, AL

Percentile Tuscaloosa
10th Percentile $51,040
25th Percentile $66,880
Median (50th) $91,212
75th Percentile $123,200
90th Percentile $162,800

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How to Become a Operations Manager in Tuscaloosa

Education

Most operations manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Tuscaloosa and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Operations ManagementProcess ImprovementBudgetingLeadershipSix SigmaData Analysis

Job Outlook

Nationally, operations manager employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Tuscaloosa may vary based on local industry and population growth.