As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Process Operator in Abilene, TX is $44,477, equivalent to $21 per hour, $855 weekly, or $3,706 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 Abilene, TX vary widely, spanning from $37,424 to $50,578. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,785) and 75th percentile ($47,671), while top earners (90th percentile) make $50,578 per year. This $6,886 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, Abilene Process Operator often earn 9.6% lower than national averages. However, Abilene currently ranks 784 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 $37,424 Abilene, TX June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Process Operator Salary $40,785 Abilene, TX June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Process Operator Salary $44,477 Abilene, TX June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Process Operator Salary $47,671 Abilene, TX June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Process Operator Salary $50,578 Abilene, TX June 01, 2026
25% $40,785 10% $37,424 90% $50,578 75% $47,671 $44,477 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Abilene, Texas    Abilene is located in northeastern Taylor County. The city limits extend north into Jones County. Interstate 20 leads east 149 miles (240 km) to Fort ....More

Abilene, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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