Salary data · Mexico 2026

How much does a Operations earn in Mexico?

Median salary of $48,000 MXN per month (gross) — about US$2,750 — with a range from $19,500 to $233,000. Data by level and city, backed by 23+ years in the Mexican market. Updated July 14, 2026.

Minimum$19,500≈ US$1,100/mo
Median$48,000≈ US$2,750/mo
Maximum$233,000≈ US$13,300/mo

MXN figures are gross monthly; USD values are approximate, at ~17.5 MXN/USD.

Operations is the heart of execution; demand is constant in manufacturing, logistics and services.

At a glance

  • The median salary of a Operations in Mexico is around $48,000 MXN per month (gross) — roughly US$2,750 at current exchange rates.
  • The range runs from $19,500 to $233,000 MXN per month (≈ US$1,100 to US$13,300) depending on seniority, city and specialization.
  • The best-paying cities for a Operations are Ciudad de México, Querétaro, Guadalajara.
Key compensation factor

Continuous-improvement experience and, in the north and the Bajío, English for global plants move pay.

Job market: Operations in Mexico

Who hires

Manufacturing and industrial, logistics and transport, retail and services; in the north and the Bajío, plants of global companies.

Demand & profile

Constant, high-volume demand, spanning coordinators and supervisors up to operations managers and directors.

Operations salary by level (seniority)

LevelMinimumMedianMaximum
Junior$19,500$23,000≈ US$1,300$28,500
Media$38,000$51,500≈ US$2,950$70,500
Senior$68,500$84,000≈ US$4,800$132,500

Figures in gross monthly MXN. USD approximate at ~17.5 MXN/USD.

Operations salary by city

CityMinimumMedianMaximum
Ciudad de México$24,500$62,000≈ US$3,550$233,000
Querétaro$21,500$54,500≈ US$3,100$83,000
Guadalajara$23,000$48,000≈ US$2,750$123,000
Puebla$20,000$42,000≈ US$2,400$79,000
Mérida$19,500$40,500≈ US$2,300$76,500
San Luis Potosí$20,500$22,500≈ US$1,300$50,500

Figures in gross monthly MXN (USD approximate at ~17.5 MXN/USD). Only cities with a sufficient sample.

Methodology

These ranges are built on Talentosy's experience: 23+ years in the Mexican market, 9,000+ placements and the roles we currently have in active search. Our analyst team reviews and updates them periodically against market references. Figures are gross monthly salary offered to market and exclude bonuses or benefits unless stated. Last updated: July 14, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Operations earn in Mexico in 2026?

The median salary of a Operations in Mexico is around $48,000 MXN per month (gross) — approximately US$2,750 at ~17.5 MXN/USD — with a range from $19,500 to $233,000 (≈ US$1,100–US$13,300) depending on seniority and city.

How much does a junior vs. senior Operations earn?

Junior: median $23,000 ($19,500–$28,500). Media: median $51,500 ($38,000–$70,500). Senior: median $84,000 ($68,500–$132,500).

Which city in Mexico pays a Operations best?

Among the cities with the most openings, the best-paying for a Operations are Ciudad de México (median $62,000), Querétaro (median $54,500), Guadalajara (median $48,000).

What companies hire a Operations in Mexico?

Manufacturing and industrial, logistics and transport, retail and services; in the north and the Bajío, plants of global companies. Constant, high-volume demand, spanning coordinators and supervisors up to operations managers and directors.

Where does this Operations salary data come from?

From Talentosy's experience: 23+ years in the Mexican market, 9,000+ placements and the roles we currently have in active search. Our team of analysts reviews and updates the ranges periodically (last updated: July 14, 2026).

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