Startup Operations Lead Salary

Startups pay Operations Leads a median salary of $151,132 per year. Based on 1,837 Operations Lead job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $71,732 and $260,593, with an average of $155,931.

95th Percentile
$260,593
Average
$155,931
Range
$71,732 - $260,593
Sample Size
1,837
Last updated October 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Operations Lead Compensation Trends

Track how Operations Lead compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Operations Lead positions in the startup ecosystem.

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Operations Lead Salaries by Country

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $266,006

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