Ad Ops Associate Salary in the United States

How much does an Ad Ops Associate make in the United States? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Ad Ops Associate in the United States is $81,626 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Ad Ops Associate's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,041
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,270 to $89,695
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,483

Key Factors That Influence Ad Ops Associate Salaries

An Ad Ops Associate's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Ad Ops Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Ad Ops Associate's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,846
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $78,037
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $79,277
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $82,186
  • Expert (over 8 years): $83,867
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Ad Ops Associate less than 1 year $77,846
Early Career Level Ad Ops Associate 1-2 years $78,037
Mid-Level Level Ad Ops Associate 2-4 years $79,277
Senior-Level Level Ad Ops Associate 5-8 years $82,186
Expert Level Ad Ops Associate over 8 years $83,867

Top Paying Cities for Ad Ops Associate

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $102,955
  • San Francisco: $101,827
  • Oakland: $99,681

Ad Ops Associate Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Ad Ops Associate roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Ad Ops Associate positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Ad Ops Associate as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Ad Ops Associate

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Insurance $102,032 $49.0 25%
Biotechnology $97,951 $47.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $93,870 $45.0 15%
Telecom $93,870 $45.0 15%
Chemicals $89,788 $43.0 10%

How Education impacts an Ad Ops Associate's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Ad Ops Associate professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Ad Ops Associate with a Associate's is between $87,244 and $92,911.

Ad Ops Associate Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Ad Ops Associate
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 0.6%
High School 6.4%
Associate's Degree 5.2%
Bachelor's Degree 74.4%
Master's Degree or MBA 13.1%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0.4%

Ad Ops Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Ad Ops Associate's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$75,270
Average $81,626/year
$89,695
$6,273
Average $6,802/month
$7,475
$1,448
Average $1,570/week
$1,725
$36
Average $39/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $89,695 $7,475 $1,725 $43
Average $81,626 $6,802 $1,570 $39
25th Percentile $75,270 $6,273 $1,448 $36

Most common benefits for Ad Ops Associate

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Ad Ops Associate

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FAQ about Ad Ops Associate

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Ad Ops Associate?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Ad Ops Associate roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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