As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Lead in Buffalo, NY is $105,356, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,026 weekly, or $8,780 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Lead in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Process Lead in Buffalo, NY vary widely, spanning from $87,965 to $120,043. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($96,253) and 75th percentile ($113,044), while top earners (90th percentile) make $120,043 per year. This $16,791 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Buffalo Process Lead often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Buffalo currently ranks 478 statewide for Process Lead 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 Lead Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Process Lead Salary $87,965 Buffalo, NY October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Lead Salary $96,253 Buffalo, NY October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Lead Salary $105,356 Buffalo, NY October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Lead Salary $113,044 Buffalo, NY October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Lead Salary $120,043 Buffalo, NY October 01, 2026
25% $96,253 10% $87,965 90% $120,043 75% $113,044 $105,356 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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