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Operations Manager Salary in Lexington, Kentucky

The median operations manager salary in Lexington, KY is $96,395 per year, which is 7% below the national median and 6.9% above the Kentucky state average.

City Median
$96,395
vs State Avg
+$6,219
vs National
$-7,255
Cost of Living
93%

Operations Manager Salary in Lexington by Experience

In Lexington, an entry-level operations manager earns around $57,660, while experienced professionals earn up to $162,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 93% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$57,660
$-4,340 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$98,580
$-7,420 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$162,750
$-12,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lexington, KY

Percentile Lexington
10th Percentile $53,940
25th Percentile $70,680
Median (50th) $96,395
75th Percentile $130,200
90th Percentile $172,050

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How to Become a Operations Manager in Lexington

Education

Most operations manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Lexington and the surrounding Kentucky 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 Lexington may vary based on local industry and population growth.