How much does a switchboard operator make in Alabama?
$32,210a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in Alabama. That is $15.49 an hour or $2,684 a month.
- Hourly
- $15.49
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,640Median: $32,210Highest 10%: $38,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,640 | $13.29 | |
| 25th | $30,160 | $14.50 | |
| Median | $32,210 | $15.49 | |
| 75th | $34,510 | $16.59 | |
| 90th | $38,260 | $18.39 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Huntsville, AL | $34,300 |
| Birmingham, AL | $33,690 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | $32,210 |
| Montgomery, AL | $32,130 |
| Mobile, AL | $30,970 |
| Columbus, GA | $30,880 |
| Daphne, AL | $30,160 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for switchboard operators.
| 42. Oklahoma | $35,280 |
| 43. South Carolina | $34,010 |
| 44. Texas | $33,620 |
| 45. Alabama | $32,210 |
| 46. Mississippi | $30,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $15.49 ($32,210 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $32,210 against $38,630 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Alabama rank for switchboard operator pay?
Alabama ranks 45 of 46 states.
Which city in Alabama pays switchboard operators the most?
Huntsville, AL, with a median of $34,300 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.