What are the main factors that influence a Processing Tech's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Processing Tech's salary?

A Processing Tech's salary grows with experience: a Process Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $51,809, a Processing Tech (1-3 years)earns $58,852, a Process Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $69,668, a Process Engineering Supervisor (5+ years)earns $132,224, a Process Engineering Manager (5+ years)earns $160,499,

What are the highest paying states for a Processing Tech?

Processing Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Processing Tech roles are District of Columbia $57,854, California $57,634, Massachusetts $56,866. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Processing Tech roles make?

Salaries for Processing Tech level roles vary by specialization: Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Manager: $108,350; Water/Wastewater Processing Plant Supervisor: $95,000; Tech Specimen Processing III: $62,431; Or Tech: $55,038; Lab Processing Tech: $48,670.

Processing Tech Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Processing Tech make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Processing Tech in District of Columbia is $58,157 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Processing Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $65,893
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,985 to $62,206
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,276

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Processing Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,206	$5,184	$1,196	$30
Average	$58,157	$4,846	$1,118	$28
25th Percentile	$52,985	$4,415	$1,019	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Processing Tech Salaries

A Processing Tech's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Processing Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Processing Tech's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $51,809
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,852
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $69,668
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,224
Expert (over 8 years): $160,499

Levels	Salary
Process E... Level Processing Tech	$51,809
Processin... Level Processing Tech	$58,852
Process E... Level Processing Tech	$69,668
Process E... Level Processing Tech	$132,224
Process E... Level Processing Tech	$160,499

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How Do Processing Tech Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Processing Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $57,854.
California: $57,634.
Massachusetts: $56,866.

District of Columbia $57,854 California $57,634 Massachusetts $56,866 Washington $56,657 New Jersey $56,636 Alaska $56,563 Connecticut $55,842 New York $55,550

Hawaii $54,614 Rhode Island $54,175 Maryland $53,878 Minnesota $53,470 Colorado $53,313 Illinois $53,261 Oregon $53,062 Delaware $52,916

New Hampshire $52,824 Virginia $52,618 Pennsylvania $52,017 Nevada $51,714 North Dakota $51,615 Michigan $51,458 Wisconsin $51,401 Vermont $51,286

Texas $50,967 Maine $50,946 Arizona $50,915 Ohio $50,878 Georgia $50,398 Indiana $50,157 Wyoming $50,110 Utah $50,037

Iowa $50,006 Kansas $49,755 Louisiana $49,682 North Carolina $49,656 Missouri $49,645 Florida $49,441 Montana $49,332 Nebraska $49,227

Kentucky $49,170 South Carolina $48,961 Tennessee $48,830 Idaho $48,778 New Mexico $48,396 Oklahoma $48,313 Alabama $48,004 South Dakota $47,487

Arkansas $47,205 West Virginia $47,053 Mississippi $46,599

Top Paying Cities for Processing Teches

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $57,854
Washington: $57,854
Naval Anacost Annex: $57,854

Parcel Return Service, DC $57,854 Washington, DC $57,854 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $57,854 Washington Navy Yard, DC $57,854

Processing Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Processing Tech's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$52,985

Average $58,157/year

$62,206

$4,415

Average $4,846/month

$5,184

$1,019

Average $1,118/week

$1,196

$25

Average $28/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,206	$5,184	$1,196	$30
Average	$58,157	$4,846	$1,118	$28
25th Percentile	$52,985	$4,415	$1,019	$25

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