As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Aberdeen, SD is $46,634, equivalent to $22 per hour, $897 weekly, or $3,886 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Process Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Process Operator in Aberdeen, SD vary widely, spanning from $39,239 to $53,028. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($42,763) and 75th percentile ($49,981), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,028 per year. This $7,218 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, Aberdeen Process Operator often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Aberdeen currently ranks 667 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 $39,239 Aberdeen, SD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $42,763 Aberdeen, SD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $46,634 Aberdeen, SD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $49,981 Aberdeen, SD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $53,028 Aberdeen, SD August 01, 2026
25% $42,763 10% $39,239 90% $53,028 75% $49,981 $46,634 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Aberdeen, South Dakota    Aberdeen (Lakota: Ablíla) is a city in and the county seat of Brown County, South Dakota, United States, about 125 miles (201 km) northeast of Pierre.....More

Aberdeen, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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