As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Columbus, OH is $49,102, equivalent to $24 per hour, $944 weekly, or $4,092 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Process Operator in Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $41,268 to $55,926. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,002) and 75th percentile ($52,674), while top earners (90th percentile) make $55,926 per year. This $7,672 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Hydraulics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbus Process Operator often earn 0.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 454 statewide for Process Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Process Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Operator Salary $41,268 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $45,002 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,102 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $52,674 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $55,926 Columbus, OH May 18, 2021
25% $45,002 10% $41,268 90% $55,926 75% $52,674 $49,102 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Columbus, Ohio    The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus....More

Columbus, Ohio  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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