Postmasters and Mail Superintendents vs. General and Operations Managers: Who Earns More?
General and Operations Managers out-earn Postmasters and Mail Superintendents by $9K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Postmasters and Mail Superintendents land at $96,660 and General and Operations Managers at $105,770. The education gap is real: postmasters and mail superintendent programs typically require bachelor's degree, while general and operations manager programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents is Florida ($102,880); for General and Operations Managers it's New Jersey ($173,690).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Postmasters and Mail Superintendents median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Postmasters and Mail Superintendents or General and Operations Managers?
General and Operations Managers earn more nationally. The median is $96,660 for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents versus $105,770 for General and Operations Managers, a difference of $9K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Postmasters and Mail Superintendents or General and Operations Managers?
General and Operations Managers has the better 10-year outlook at 4.4% projected growth, compared to -3.5% for the other field. Both are from BLS Employment Projections.
Which requires more education, Postmasters and Mail Superintendents or General and Operations Managers?
Postmasters and Mail Superintendents typically requires bachelor's degree. General and Operations Managers requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Postmasters and Mail Superintendents get paid the most?
Florida is the top-paying state for Postmasters and Mail Superintendents at $102,880/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Postmasters and Mail Superintendents vs. General and Operations Managers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In California, Postmasters and Mail Superintendents earn $101,150 vs. $124,390 for General and Operations Managers. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.