Highest-paying states for telephone operators
California leads at $57,170 a year. Pay is not adjusted for local prices; see each page for the cost-of-living view.
| Place | Median | 25th–75th |
|---|---|---|
| California | $57,170 | $45,950–$63,510 |
| District of Columbia | $49,330 | $40,300–$58,510 |
| Wisconsin | $46,590 | $44,470–$47,820 |
| Maryland | $42,460 | $41,730–$45,790 |
| New Jersey | $41,960 | $39,600–$47,710 |
| Texas | $41,250 | $37,150–$50,120 |
| North Carolina | $40,360 | $36,980–$43,380 |
| Michigan | $37,550 | $35,760–$43,520 |
| Oklahoma | $37,320 | $37,320–$37,320 |
| Florida | $37,180 | $36,410–$37,180 |
| Ohio | $36,970 | $34,320–$39,570 |
| Georgia | $36,920 | $35,640–$40,940 |
| Louisiana | $31,400 | $27,850–$37,380 |
Data period: BLS OEWS May 2025.