BACKROOM PROCESSOR Salary in the United States

How much does a BACKROOM PROCESSOR make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a BACKROOM PROCESSOR in the United States is $36,791 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,025
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $34,103 to $41,101
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $31,655
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BACKROOM PROCESSOR Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $41,101 $3,425 $790 $20
Average $36,791 $3,066 $708 $18
25th Percentile $34,103 $2,842 $656 $16
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Key Factors That Influence BACKROOM PROCESSOR Salaries

A BACKROOM PROCESSOR'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects BACKROOM PROCESSOR Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a BACKROOM PROCESSOR'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): $36,280
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $36,601
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $37,552
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $37,742
  • Expert (over 8 years): $37,869
Levels Salary
Entry Level BACKROOM PROCESSOR$36,280
Intermediate Level BACKROOM PROCESSOR$36,601
Senior Level BACKROOM PROCESSOR$37,552
Specialist Level BACKROOM PROCESSOR$37,742
Expert Level BACKROOM PROCESSOR$37,869
$36,280 0 yr
$36,601 < 2 yrs
$37,552 2-4 yrs
$37,742 5-8 yrs
$37,869 > 8 yrs
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How Do BACKROOM PROCESSOR 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 BACKROOM PROCESSORs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $40,735.
  • California: $40,581.
  • Massachusetts: $40,040.

Top Paying Cities for BACKROOM PROCESSORs

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:

  • San Jose: $46,405
  • San Francisco: $45,949
  • Oakland: $44,929

What Skills Can Increase a BACKROOM PROCESSOR's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 11.39% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Food Safety (Mentioned in 1.9% Job Postings): Applying procedures during food preparation, processing, storage, and distribution to ensure consumers are safe from foodborne illnesses.
  • Auditing (Mentioned in 1.37% Job Postings): Auditing refers to the independent examination of financial information of any entity whether profit oriented or not. It is a safeguard measure that prevents corruption.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 11.39%
Food Safety 1.9%
Auditing 1.37%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a BACKROOM PROCESSOR's salary.
  • Pricing: Can increase your salary by up to 31%.
  • Brand Awareness: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Pricing
$48,196
31%
Brand Awareness
$41,942
14%
Leadership
$41,206
12%
Analysis
$40,838
11%
Coaching
$40,470
10%
Presentation
$40,102
9%
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How Education impacts a BACKROOM PROCESSOR's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many BACKROOM PROCESSORs enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a BACKROOM PROCESSOR with a No Diploma is between $38,852 and $41,397).

BACKROOM PROCESSOR Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for BACKROOM PROCESSOR
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.7%
High School 58.3%
Associates 15.3%
Bachelors 22.9%
Masters 2.8%
Doctorate 0.0%
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BACKROOM PROCESSOR Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a BACKROOM PROCESSOR'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 January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for BACKROOM PROCESSOR

Salaries for a BACKROOM PROCESSOR can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $36,735 in 2023 to around $36,198 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of BACKROOM PROCESSOR salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of BACKROOM PROCESSOR Over Time

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2023
$36,735
2024
$36,385
2025
$36,198
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2024 $36,385
2025 $36,198
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