As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Houston, TX is $50,338, equivalent to $24 per hour, $968 weekly, or $4,195 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 Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $42,306 to $57,333. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,134) and 75th percentile ($53,999), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,333 per year. This $7,865 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, Houston Process Operator often earn 2.0% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 358 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 $42,306 Houston, TX May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,134 Houston, TX May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,338 Houston, TX May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,999 Houston, TX May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $57,333 Houston, TX May 18, 2021
25% $46,134 10% $42,306 90% $57,333 75% $53,999 $50,338 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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