Startup Operations Lead Salary

Startups pay Operations Leads a median salary of $150,107 per year. Based on 1,643 Operations Lead job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $72,767 and $259,144, with an average of $155,981.

95th Percentile
$259,144
Average
$155,981
Range
$72,767 - $259,144
Sample Size
1,643
Last updated September 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 $264,906

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