Transportation & Logistics Independence, MO Pop. 123,011

Operations Manager Salary in Independence, Missouri

The median operations manager salary in Independence, MO is $88,103 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 3.4% below the Missouri state average.

City Median

$88,103

vs State Avg

$-3,109

vs National

$-15,547

Cost of Living

85%

Operations Manager Salary in Independence by Experience

In Independence, an entry-level operations manager earns around $52,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $148,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$52,700

$-9,300 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$90,100

$-15,900 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$148,750

$-26,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Independence, MO

Percentile	Independence	MO State	National
10th Percentile	$49,300	$51,040	$58,000
25th Percentile	$64,600	$66,880	$76,000
Median (50th)	$88,103	$91,212	$103,650
75th Percentile	$119,000	$123,200	$140,000
90th Percentile	$157,250	$162,800	$185,000

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How to Become a Operations Manager in Independence

Education

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